The Express (2008)

Synopsis The Express (2008) This biopic focuses on the relationship of Ernie Davis (1939-1963), a gifted African-American athlete, and his coach from 1958 to 1962 at Syracuse University, Ben Schwartzwalder (1909-1993). Schwartzwalder recruits Davis with the help of All-American running back, Jim Brown. The civil rights movement is gaining steam; Davis experiences prejudice on campus, in town, and on the field, sometimes from teammates. How he handles it and how he challenges Schwartzwalder to stand up for his players provide a counterpoint to several great seasons that lead first to a national championship and then to the Heismann Trophy. Awards: 1 win & 3 nominations Budget: $40,000,000 (estimated) Worldwide Gross: $9,808,124 Soundtrack: Mess Of Blues (Written by Doc Pomus, Mort Shuman)