by Kathleen Wildasin
synopsis
Arthur Ashe: Citizen of the World is a celebratory tribute to the late African-American tennis great Arthur Ashe. Narrated by Ossie Davis, the 50-minute program takes an in-depth look at Ashe's personal and professional battles, including his struggle with AIDS and racism. John McEnroe, Billie Jean King, and Nelson Mandela comment about his life and legendary career.
characteristics
- AIDS
- African-American
- Struggle
- Tennis
- Tribute
- Minority
- Career-retrospective
- Adversity
- Sports-star
