Stand (2023)
Stand is a 2023 documentary movie directed by Joslyn Rose Lyons, with a running time of 1h 47m. It stars Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, Shaquille O'Neal and Ice Cube.
Raw and unflinching examination of the courageous life of basketball star and social justice activist Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. Born Chris Jackson, he overcame tremendous adversity to reach the NBA and found his true calling when he converted to Islam. His decision not to stand for the national anthem, however, turned him from prodigy to pariah. Told candidly by Abdul-Rauf himself more than 20 years later it’s the remarkable story of one man who kept the faith and paved the way for a social justice movement.
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What is Stand about?
Raw and unflinching examination of the courageous life of basketball star and social justice activist Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. Born Chris Jackson, he overcame tremendous adversity to reach the NBA and found his true calling when he converted to Islam. His decision not to stand for the national anthem, however, turned him from prodigy to pariah. Told candidly by Abdul-Rauf himself more than 20 years later it’s the remarkable story of one man who kept the faith and paved the way for a social justice movement.
When was Stand released?
Stand was released on 3 February 2023.
How long is Stand?
Stand runs 1h 47m.
Who made Stand?
Stand was directed by Joslyn Rose Lyons.
Where can I watch Stand?
Stand is available on Paramount Plus Premium.
Where to watch Stand
Stream: Paramount Plus Premium
Cast
- Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf as Self
- Shaquille O'Neal as Self - LSU Teammate, 1989-90
- Ice Cube as Self - Rapper-Actor; Founder BIG3
- Olden Polynice as Self - Former Sacramento Kings Teammate
- Stephen Curry as Self - Golden State Warriors Guard
- Steve Kerr as Self - Former Chicago Bulls Guard, 1993-98
- Jalen Rose as Self - University of Michigan Fab 5
- Mahershala Ali as Self - Actor
- David Jackson as Self - Older Brother
- Leonard Bennett as Self - Former High School Teammate
- Gerald Austin as Self - Former High School Assistant Coach
- Owen Miller as Self - Former High School Teammate