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Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story
7.0 / 10• 2020• 1h 49m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
An in-depth profile of the life and career of Willy T. Ribbs - the controversial Black driver who shattered the color barrier of professional auto-racing and became the first Black qualifier in the storied history of the Indy 500.
Cast & Crew
Willy T. Ribbs
Self
Lead
Phillip Ribbs
Self - Willy's Brother
Geraldine Ribbs
Self - Willy's Mother
Al Unser Jr.
Self
Bobby Unser
Self
Marshall Pruett
Self
Robby Unser
Self
Bernie Ecclestone
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Nate Adams's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
