Bob Beamon

Bob Beamon

Born: August 29, 1946
in Queens, New York, USA
Robert Beamon is an American former track and field athlete, best known for his world record in the long jump at the Mexico City Olympics in 1968. By jumping 8.90 m, he broke the existing record by a margin of 55 cm and his world record stood for almost 23 years until it was broken in 1991 by Mike Powell.

Movies for Bob Beamon...

Black Power Salute
Title: Black Power Salute
Character: Self - Long Jump; Olympic Gold 1968
Released: July 9, 2008
Type: Movie
A film about one of the most iconic images of the 20th century, the moment when the radical spirit of the 1960s upstaged the greatest sporting event in the world. Two men made a courageous gesture that reverberated around the world, and changed their lives forever. This film is about Tommie Smith and John Carlos' protest at the 1968 Olympics.
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Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
Title: Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
Character: Self
Released: August 12, 1999
Type: Movie
Fists of Freedom examines one of the 20th century’s most memorable moments — the dramatic “Black Power” demonstration of American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the victory stand at the 1968 Summer games in Mexico City. Using rare footage, archival photos and interviews with key figures from the era, revisit a pivotal event in American history.
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That Rhythm, Those Blues
Title: That Rhythm, Those Blues
Released: October 21, 1988
Type: Movie
A documentary covering the R&B (rhythm and blues) field from the 1940s to the early 1950s. Included is footage of performances by major R&B singers of the time, and interviews with singers, producers and others involved in the field.