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B1G Ten Originals - George Taliaferro

Thanks to Kevin Weaver and Tucker Gragg at Blueline, I had the distinct honor of working with animator Sydni Gregg to create animated scenes for a documentary film about the legendary NFL player, George Taliaferro.

Summary

​Many know George Taliaferro as the greatest Indiana Football player to ever grace the sport or the first African-American drafted in the NFL but there is more to his story than what the masses know. In this documentary created for Big Ten Network, we uncover the story of a legend that lives beyond his time on the field. Through a treasure trove of archival videos, photos, and sitting around the table with family and friends; we unlock untold stories that highlight the influential life of George. Committed to the fight for equality and rooted in reverence, this documentary film spotlights more than a man, it illuminates an icon.
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For more info: Full film only available on Big Ten Plus.

Awards

2022 Heartland International Film Festival: Indiana Spotlight Award​
2022 New York Festival TV & Film Awards: Best Sports Documentary
2022 New York Festival TV & Film Awards: Best Social Justice Coverage Film
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