Hoop Dreams: William Gates & Arthur Agee

[@luddacriss]

Hoop Dreams is STILL to this day one of my favorite movies.

[@RichVoyages]

I interviewed a number of KTQ filmmakers at the Gala. Quite a few sited Hoop Dreams as being a factor for getting them involved in documentary film or as a general motivator in their lives. It's such a wonderful story. Over eight years in the making if you include the time that Will and Arthur first started filming. Due to the fact that it started as only a small short documentary and blossomed into a heart felt everybody story. Not only being one of the most popular sports documentaries but also one of the most popular documentaries ever recorded. Funny that it started out only making $18,000 dollars back in the day. Though it did put the studios into a bidding frenzy when it premiered at Sundance. Will and Arthur are truly larger then life, in real life and really nice guys. Thank you for your comment. :-)

[@jawayne224]

luddacriss I'm watching it right now lol

[@1KingCoop]

It was awesome, that's one movie i have to have in my DVD collection. I'm watching it on Amazon Prime right now as we speak.

[@hotboy80baby18]

Mines too they was both ice cold

[@MoneyOverFame]

Very powerful documentary

[@jaimemartinez7122]

Its kind of like a happy ending knowing these two are happy after all these years. Its so much bigger than basketball

[@jameslomax7432]

life's roads doesn't always lead you where you want to go but by Jehovah's grace and mercy leads you where you need to be for his purpose. live on soldiers.

[@MoneyOverFame]

Jaime Martinez exactly. That's the most important thing I took from the movie. These two were blessed enough to get scholarships to big schools. That's a blessing within itself. Lots of kids aren't fortunate enough to get scholarships let alone further their education

[@mariguana7918]

@@jameslomax7432 I was like "right on" until you brought Jehovah into this

[@jongon0848]

I'd say it's a bittersweet ending we never saw coming. Even though they didn't make it to the NBA, they got out of their neighborhoods but not everyone they loved made it with them. Arthur lost his Dad and William lost his brother Curtis, and several friends along the way.

[@mla4186]

This was one of the most interesting and favorite documentaries I've ever seen I graduated in 1991 was planning on playing mens soccer in NTX then go walk-on at a local DFW Jr college like my high school buddy's did but torn meniscus injury 4 months out of high school altered everything especially no insurance just did what I saw my adoptive parents do when shit dosent go their way "Adapt and Push On" so when I saw this documentary years after it came out I felt I could relate seeing that they are doing well now and have families and just as positive and driven to get back up after being knocked down makes me feel better about myself

[@MrWasphantom97]

The impact Hoop Dreams had cannot be overstated, I was a skinny kid in Zimbabwe with dreams of getting a college scholarship to the US when I stumbled upon this on VHS and it completely changed my life. Never made it to the US but we actually had scouts come to see us which was almost unheard of back then for African kids who weren't 7 footers. The story still resonates with so many kids from deprived backgrounds regardless of ethnic and cultural background

[@alrom125]

Warms my heart to see that they are still close and have clearly led good lives

[@zwem6]

Best documentary of all time. The directors, William, and Arthur came along at the right time.

[@SocietyOfOne]

Huh?! That means the only documentary you've seen is Hoops Dreams but that's a fine place to stop.

[@Birdshu]

It warms my heart to see these men doing so well. I'm happy that they are still close.

[@Frederick0220]

Arthur Agee is not doing well. He got arrested a couple times, including beating a woman. Pretty much as bad as it gets

[@MrXabungle]

@@Frederick0220 His charges were eventually dropped.

[@Frederick0220]

@@MrXabungle Well, lucky for him, but not lucky for the woman he beat. He still committed a terrible crime.

[@Luke-kg7vu]

@@Frederick0220so you know the full story?

[@christopheryasus3666]

Arthur Agee's dad celebrating his crucial free throws from the stands Arthur's moms blood sweat & tears through the fire... this is one film I could cry to at any moment. I can never just watch 3 minutes of it. I go all in on it. What a truthful work this is

[@michaelgoodley2921]

love how they finish eachother's sentences. true brotherly bond

[@dalchemist1584]

I still watch this every so often and I feel the same as the first time I saw it. This documentary stirred every emotion.

[@SahlEbrahim]

so true i was on the edge of seat

[@kathiehoward2778]

I'm so proud of you guys. Your story should put in the curriculum in Chicago Public schools.

[@martihill3611]

Kathie Howard - good idea, probably it should be put in all schools curriculum. Might awaken many.

[@rickeetaylor1721]

smart women

[@jvellkarine3311]

I was part of my curriculum in FL back in '96. So blessed it was

[@2manyShook1s]

Facts

[@hodler6019]

Just watched Hoop Dreams last night for the first time. How come I didn't know it existed? Loved both kids and seeing them know as adults and seeing they still remain friends is something else. It was so touching seeing Arthur's mom getting her diploma and feeling so proud. That was the best moment for me! Loved the documentary!

[@yokaverdoner7074]

Yes, I too was so happy and proud for her and admired her.

[@vernonknight5622]

I'm proud of those dudes

[@JunebugPresents]

Word up, b!

[@ousamaabdu794]

The best sports documentary ever, and easily one of the top five documentaries in any genre of all time.

[@barbararichardson2905]

I agree

[@ousamaabdu794]

@Tampa Supreme I see my man Tampa Supreme all over these KZbin streets!

[@ousamaabdu794]

@Tampa Supreme I agree man.. Definitely my all time favorite documentary

[@jongon0848]

@@walterjames8230 film critics, filmmakers, and most people in general who are familiar with documentaries?

[@egg750]

Can’t help but smile watching these two reminiscing….. just watched hoopdreams at the age of 39 and it’s the best documentary to grace my eyes and ears …… truly inspiring

[@shonsmith6025]

So glad to know that Will and Arthur are fine after all they went through at such young ages! Watching Hoop Dreams again now!

[@selenahunt6272]

This was one of the best documentary I have ever seen. As a mother watching this movie. I went from smiling, crying, mad, proud, all the emotions a proud parent could feel.

[@MoneyOverFame]

Damn man time flies. Hoop Dreams is one of my favorite movies.

[@ladyd9651]

I met William Gates twice and he's a wonderful person.

[@LAVEGAN83]

Lady D can i meet you beautiful. Send me a message queen.

[@brboy8307]

@@LAVEGAN83 you down bad bro.

[@milok.2604]

@@brboy8307 down tremendous oml

[@TheKing60210]

Down bad

[@Kevin-cl7xj]

"Make it rain!"... "it's raining Bo!"

[@noregreen5852]

They pulled out the umbrella 🌂 on him and "Bo" said I'm putting all yall on punishment lol

[@chrisbrunson1412]

Hoop Dreams was epic, classic, legendary you name it!! I always felt that Coach Pingatore and St. Joseph should have kept both William and Arthur, fought harder to keep Arthur on the team and they would have been State Champions.

[@c-lo456goodgame4]

No doubt they would have been state champions it was a dumb ass decision to let Arthur go.

[@mistad333]

He got a late growth spurt. He was too small. He would have had more structure at St. Joes!

[@albee07]

Man these dudes are awesome!!! Hoop Dreams never gets old, its just gets better with time!!!

[@texasag6297]

Just saw Hoop dreams for the first time about an hour ago. I was in the 2nd grade in 1990-91...and I remember the clothes...the music...but the love of the game was overwhelming. I love sports..and it brought me to tears when these guys stayed in school and did their best. It was every young man's dream to play pro sports...mine included. But it's just a game...these 2 men made it an example that life and family are more important...its what you do for yourself..for your family that is the top trophy anyone can be awarded.

[@AndyP1969]

I graduated from St. Joe's the year before they started filming Hoop Dreams. My Dad continued to go to the basketball games, even after I was gone. I absolutely love the film, and look for my Dad in the crowd scenes, every time I watch it. Such a pity the school is closing down. End of an era.

[@fastkarr8256]

@Andrew Pacejka wait hold up that st Joe’s coach what happened to him

[@AndyP1969]

@@fastkarr8256 He died this past year, unfortunately.

[@hiphopjewels]

They look great. I'm amazed how talkative and outgoing these men are. As teens they were pretty quiet and not forthcoming with a lot of dialogue. They answered questions when asked, but nothing like what you see here. They really came out of their shell, Gates becoming a Pastor, and Agee majoring in media. They embrace the camera and public like never before. It's amazing to see that transformation. Both handsome guys who seem satisfied with their accomplishments despite not making it to the NBA. Great upload.

[@arntbauseg.slonesr4585]

They are older now and mature men.

[@Antman86]

2 articulate gracious genuine men from chi town

[@danielstaystrong]

This movie. Above the rim. And earl the goat HBO movie was my childhood. So happy to see them like seeing long lost friends

[@djr31784]

This never gets old, its so dope to see them all these years later reflecting on how important HD was. I loved it as a kid and always will. William Gates and Arthur Agee are Chicago basketball legends without question just by virtue of this film and what they had to deal with as young black males coming up on the southside. So what they didnt make it to the league. Like they both said it's way bigger than basketball. They didnt end up as a statistic. They're still here, still close and telling their inspiring story which makes them Kings. Def a happy ending. Long live King Will & King Arthur. Hoop Dreams Forever.

[@khalilthomas3169]

I love this film. I came out of high school in 92. Youngest of 4. My two older brothers have been shot. One serving a life sentence, the other murdered. I can identify with these guys. Nothing but love.

[@yokaverdoner7074]

Sorry. That's very sad.

[@calrobinson2292]

Proof that its not about where u are from..but where u are trying to go!!!

[@lee72artis]

Cal Robinson Rakim said it best... It's not where you're from; it's where you're at

[@IjzerKeizer]

Actually it is where your from, ask the D1 quality players that dont live 50 minutes from one of the best bball high schools in the US

[@cadenpage2731]

I think you missed a huge point of the film.

[@mikeg6606]

You can see Arthur's momma in the way he kids around. Nice to see those men happy.

[@toc3699]

Hope Dreams is the GREATEST Documentary ever made in the USA!

[@ibwatching9752]

Love those guys and so proud to see what they have become.

[@Thecoolguy463]

Hoop Dreams is arguably the best documentary ever made.

[@dezotfn123]

Nice, glad to see positive energy eventhough this is 5 years ago.

[@ibiggcvisuals]

This movie can inspire anybody to keep goin, no matter what youre going through in life! Keep goin!!

[@marcuslopez9373]

I absolutely love this movie!!! I was watching it last night, and i finished watching it earlier today. I was falling asleep last night so i had to finish watching it today. This is by far one of the best sports documentary films in the history of cinema. I wanna thank my brother to taking me to watch the movie when it was released in the movie theaters in 1994. The fact that this movie was filmed in Chicago was amazing. It also helps that I'm a diehard Chicago Bulls fan!!! As well as being a diehard Chicago Cubs fan. I wanna thank William Gates and Arthur Agee for being an inspiration to me. I've been through a very tough year, but I'm trying to keep pushing myself to become a better person. Chicago Bulls nation for life!!! Chicago Cubs nation for life!!!!!

[@sammystate21]

I had a year long late fee at the video store cuz i watched this movie every single day. It's still incredible

[@markeishajordan3458]

Samuel Munoz Lol

[@dcthomas8959]

Just watched HD for the first time and seeing these guys now happy and chatty makes me smile.

[@zairefletcher4376]

I just watched this. So compelling, I was so emotionally involved that I researched where are they now? As a mom of a 16 year old AAU basketball player, I'm making him watch this film. I'm so happy to see that they are both doing well. What a blessing.

[@sweetladie5]

The way they interact is so awesome. Loved this documentary. Im so happy they are doing well and still being a positive influence to others!!!

[@antonioestonactorjr6223]

I love you guys. I hope you make a new one the dream goes on... Will Gates & Arthur Man Agee.

[@eliaslawp.c.5370]

I watched it last night, again, and I was struck by how profound and moving it still is on so many levels.

[@Laur6466]

I always look at the "Hoop Dreams" movie. Folks back then were looking for an out - especially with "Basketball". Mrs Agee, I love that she really took time with Arthur's inner mind. Her caring in her family was so touching. Thank God for her keeping tabs on her son. . The coach of Will Gates, notice that a foot wasn't on William like Agee. Moms, was watching! The Dr.s weren't going to 't getting any homes on her sons body being butchered. That's the only negative I saw with "Gates" . The knife was being used on his knees quite a bit. What career was coming out of botched up knee. The most important part of the basketball body used. So sad. God bless all.

[@Mosiano]

thanks yall..... chicago stand up we out here real legends

[@Chikid11]

Tony Smith hell yea bro chi city we the realest

[@sharos2168]

tupac back sadly one lost their father there, & the other lost his brother. Both to gun violence

[@ken.k3093]

so proud of these guys this never gets old... God is good.. #legends

[@popequiet1935]

watched that movie hundred plus times when I was in school very inspiring to me , happy these dudes are doing well

[@dedrabarnes3485]

I’ve seen this film about 100 times. I Love it!

[@se7845]

I WATCH THAT MOVIE AND GET CHILLS WHEN SEEING SOME SCENES, MAKES ME RE-LIVE THE 90'S

[@TheTeamYDKChannel]

Im from London England and I got given a copy vhs of the film in 1995 aged 14. I watched this reloigoiusly until the vhs broke. Great to see both guys healthy and well 25 years later.

[@kernalization]

Just watched the movie Hoop Dreams and to see them now... crazy glad they kept in touch and seem good pals. 80s and 90s kids we just different man. ❤❤

[@wesleypipes2590]

Damn Im old 😭😭😭😭These guys gave alot of kids hope#Salute

[@emoraytorres6842]

❤ I love that these guys are still friends ☺

[@KishBish]

so proud of these two men! I was a cheerleader for Joe's, and that loss to Nazareth still hurts!!! 😭😭😂😂 best documentary EVER!! continued blessings to them.. RIP Coach Pingatore 🏀❤️

[@lotharvonrichthofen4474]

Always enjoyed seeing this documentary…great to see them being interviewed…looks like they’re doing great…matured …Blessings for them and their families

[@MWDebbie]

You guys are Awesome!!, it's good to see you two together again, and keeping the friendship alive. I still enjoy watching "Hoop Dreams". You guys stay blessed. much love to you both and your families.

[@andreweaver8134]

i loved it i was pulling for both young men and im still pulling for them they turned out to be great men much respect to the two gentlemen and the film makers

[@brianmarcum4829]

I'm so happy to see the men they become...they really look happy.

[@ns1vibes]

This is legendary warms the heart!!!

[@djbornpeaceallah7544]

The goal was always to get paid playing basketball and Arthur Agee accomplished that. By Arthur's Senior year He became a good high school basketball guard who had good ball handling skills, he was a good shooter, he was a good defender, he could pass the ball well, he was playing above the rim (dunking by the end of his sophomore year) and was extremely fast and quick. Arthur and Derrick Zinnerman made a great back court which caused trouble for a lot of teams including Chicago Westinghouse, Chicago King (26-2) and Batavia (27-2) which were big wins for Marshall that year. Can't forget Cesare Christian and Quadell Kimball great play in the front court. The Batavia game was great for Arthur. Especially in the second half. Arthur (15 pts) outplayed all American guard Lamar Justice (8 pts) in that game. Cesare and Derrick Z played great as well. Cesare was a good inside player that could shoot from the outside. Anyway that 1991 Marshall team was good there speed caused trouble for the other teams. Anyway Arthur ended up playing professional basketball. In college he started four years 2 at Mineral Area and 2 at Arkansas State which is a great accomplishment, Derrick Zinnerman played college ball at Kennedy King and I believe Cesare played college ball too. Not sure about Quadell Kimble.

[@6thfloor33]

“Hoop Dreams” is a timeless masterpiece. Blessings to everyone involved. It is more than a basketball movie. You could rotate that “p” in “hoop” and make it a “d” and have “hood” dreams. It was all our dreams in the hood.

[@jaredjenkins99]

William looks so much like his older brother Curtis, and Arthur looks very similar to his father, Bo. So sad that they lost both of them. Rest in peace. I think they'd be so proud of where Arthur and William are now.

[@stephanieclanton1212]

William and the late brother look like their dad.

[@richardsullivan5364]

Wow! This is my first time seeing this. Hoop Dreams is a sports classic. I always wondered what happened to those guys. Share this. Thank you for posting this. Good job fellas

[@YMGCustomDesigns]

Hoop Dreams is on right now!!!!!

[@Jerseydude05]

Feels awesome to hear from these guys. Wow. I'm gonna show my son Hoop dreams.

[@cbsregg1620]

I’m from Detroit so Ik it’s hard to make it out of a city like Chicago and I’ve watched hoop dreams a million times in my life I always wondered what happened to these guys glad to see there doing well today

[@truthteller4442]

Great MEN. Rest in peace to Coach Pingatore.

[@ChiLseason]

Thanks Agee

[@broaddusmarines]

So glad to see Arthur got his degree. William and Arthur are great together. This whole video made me smile.

[@stephanieclanton1212]

William got his degree in communications from Marquette.

[@davids736]

Watched HD last night, awesome piece of work and awesome to see these two still enjoying life together.....

[@rogerpancake6803]

So happy for these two amazing people....watched Hoop Dreams last night and I’m all ready spreading the word....if you haven’t seen it ...well ..you’ll understand once you have

[@septaconceltics7196]

peace & blessings to you both

[@honeykiss9350]

Just watched the documentary yesterday for the second time, loved it. Good to see these handsome, talented, and gifted brothers being a part of history.

[@2tamz603]

I remember watching this in the mid 90s. Love basketball and the bound of two different players. Great movie for the kids.

[@eyeceereality6487]

Hoop Dreams (Classic)💯🍷🍸Str8 Outta Chi-Town. Good to see these guys alive and still friends after 30 years. One Luv ❤ Still to this Day My Favorite Sports Documentary

[@jamesadams4606]

I would’ve liked to see the entire cast, their parents and siblings and coaches, etc. Great video tho

[@artificialintelligence0101]

Realest doc ever and these two young men didn't disappoint, they're to be respected and applauded. Much respect kings.

[@Maggz63]

Just watched this for the first time lastnight. Very inspiring film, it was kind of hard to watch at first watching what Agee family was going thru. But honestly that's what most the kids from the ghetto go thru. All kids who have NBA dreams should watch this. Very heart felt documentey

[@MoneyOverFame]

Grew up watching this movie. So good to see these guys together! Legends!

[@christopherespinosa7319]

I'm still watching this in May of 2024 on the Showtime Family channel .. ✌🏼out

[@Laur6466]

I loved the Agee mom. God bless all. She showed so much care with the son Arthur. That care touched with the coaches and the coaches knew that a whipping boy wasn't happening due too the parents eye on the son,Arthur. The" home" with down home cooking shows where the heart was. Blessings. I didn't see that with the other ball player, "William" . He became a "whipping boy" by the coach - that was trying to get an another Isaiah Thomas. The coach was trying to hold back with the attitude that was really trying to get out. So the strong attitude in the basketball teaching with William became a "Whipping session" . When they observed the constant "knee operations" being performed- someone wasn't watching "Williams " future career making. I wouldn't have let physicians feel a new home was pictured. Parents eyes have to be glued on their child's future and cutting on his knee- he wasn't going to jump high, that's expected in "Basketball". God bless all. My opinion. Praises. 0:17

[@praisegod3768]

Love to you BOTH! and to your families! I loved to see you in the Hoop Dreams film and wish the very best of God's blessings to you. So good to see you grown up and living this part of your lives.

[@arnoldswartznigga1967]

In high school i use to watch this all the time one of my favorite documentaries

[@StillBae-x3j]

I love these guys

[@walterlundy723]

I rewatched this yesterday, and it touched me just as much as the first time I saw it years ago. I was so curious to see how they are doing. So great to see them still great friends. Arthur's mother was such a beautiful soul.

[@jvellkarine3311]

I read the book when I was in the 6th grade ('96). It is so cool to see Gates and Agee now!

[@nikkiharris4409]

Actually watching this again right now for the 4th time. One of my favorite documentaries. Is so great to see that both of these men are happy and looking great!

[@theflyent7106]

You guys are legendary

[@oculusdexterx6249]

*one of my favorite basketball movie/documentary of all time hands down more like #2 and whatever documentary on MJ is always #1. Anyway it’s nice watching hoop dreams knowing how these two gentlemen turned out. Successful life and careers*

[@johnkurian4529]

Man seeing these 2 guys just being happy even though they didnt make it to the league is probably the best ending I could have asked for from this documentary

[@mikechambers1203]

I played against both of those brothers and it's good to see them doin well and loving life.big ups to them both.

[@MoneyOverFame]

Good to see these guys. I think every kid should watch this movie. It's always bigger than basketball.

[@tanaemayberry104]

I still watch hoop dreams matter fact I'm looking at it right now

[@wmoore8]

Saw it last night proud of these two young men who refused to become a a statistic

[@Slick-Wit-it]

I remember as a kid at 10 or 11 years old watching this several times. Every so often would rent it on 📼 VHS. I took a couple moves from this movie. They don't make movies (documentaries) like this no more. Im now 38 and still like to watch this documentary.

[@phillipcarter5785]

Right on brah being from Chicago everytime I watch rewinds to back then good work to you both classic everytime 👍🏽👌🏽✊🏽

[@Swannkkkkk]

I will rewatch this movie over and over again

[@spinner1715]

So crazy how you can almost see the same two kids in their mannerisms and looks, yet they are such developed individuals in their lives at this point. Love the movie and seeing them together today.

[@savedfaves]

I love the camera the used to make the film. Looks better than most documentaries even today. Well told. Thanks guys.

[@regrich8795]

I grew up in Chicago and was two years younger than them and knew a lot of players from Hoop Dreams. The documentary was a classic i actually went to Marshall HS prom in 93'!!

[@ceefuller7082]

Wow.Two winners that are truly inspirational. Arthur's laugh, voice and smile are genuinely uplifting. William is equally as charismatic. Wow.