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The Sellouts
A 1972 television adaptation of Los Vendidos, a one-act play by Chicano playwright Luis Valdez, a founding member of El Teatro Campesino. The play examines and dramatizes stereotypes of Mexican Americans in California and how they are treated by local, state, and federal governments.
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Plot Summary
A Black college football star, who is being pressured by his coach to underperform to help the team win, faces a moral dilemma. He must decide whether to prioritize his integrity and principles or succumb to the demands placed upon him, which also involve racial tensions and the corrupting influences of the sports world.
Critical Reception
The Sellouts is a lesser-known film that explored themes of racism and corruption within college sports. While not widely reviewed upon its release, it has gained some cult status over the years for its social commentary and performances, particularly from William Marshall.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempt to tackle sensitive racial issues within a sports context.
William Marshall's performance is often highlighted as a strong point.
Seen by some as a product of its time, with a narrative that feels dated to modern audiences.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by the independent production company Dimension Pictures, known for its exploitation and Blaxploitation films.
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