Film in the Community: 'Olympic Pride, American Prejudice'

Rocky Mountain Women’s Film, in Partnership with Dr. Detra Duncan, Fountain City Council At Large, are proud to present Film in the Community to celebrate Black History Month with ‘Olympic Pride, American Prejudice.’ In 1936, 18 African American athletes dubbed the ‘black auxiliary’ by Hitler defied Nazi Aryan Supremacy and Jim Crow Racism to win hearts and medals at the 1936 Summer Olympic Games in Berlin. The world remembers Jesse Owens. But, ‘Olympic Pride, American Prejudice’ shows how all 18 are a seminal precursor to the modern Civil Rights Movement.

Through Film in the Community, films are screened throughout the year – free of charge – at diverse venues throughout Colorado Springs in collaboration with community partners.

All seating for Film in the Community events are first come, first served . Please let us know you are coming, so we can plan for this event. There is no need to print or bring your ticket with you to the event. Just arrive 15 minutes before the screening to secure your seat. All attendees must show proof of vaccination or negative COVID test and wear a mask during the film.

‘Olympic Pride, American Prejudice’ | Directed by Deborah Riley Draper

In 1936, 18 African American athletes dubbed the ‘black auxiliary’ by Hitler defied Nazi Aryan Supremacy and Jim Crow Racism to win hearts and medals at the 1936 Summer Olympic Games in Berlin. The world remembers Jesse Owens. But, ‘Olympic Pride, American Prejudice’ shows how all 18 are a seminal precursor to the modern Civil Rights Movement. (82 Mins)