Film Lens
Q Ball focuses on the San Quentin Prison basketball team, showcasing the lives of inmates who find purpose through the sport. Central to the narrative is Harry 'ATL' Smith, a talented player with aspirations of joining the NBA, who is nearing his parole. The film also features Anthony 'Ant' Ammons, a lifer who mentors younger inmates, and head coach Rafael Cuevas, a convicted murderer committed to helping his players prepare for life after incarceration.
The documentary presents the personal stories of these men, illustrating how basketball acts as a source of support and a means of redemption. It captures their struggles and triumphs as they confront the consequences of their past actions, emphasizing the importance of community and family within the prison environment.
Why Watch
- •Meet Harry 'ATL' Smith, a player with NBA aspirations.
- •Follow Anthony 'Ant' Ammons as he mentors inmates.
- •See Rafael Cuevas prepare players for life after prison.
Did You Know
•Harry 'ATL' Smith is a star player with NBA dreams and is about to be paroled.
•Anthony 'Ant' Ammons is serving a life sentence and mentors younger inmates.
•Rafael Cuevas, the head coach, is a convicted murderer dedicated to his players.
Perfect For
Basketball enthusiastsPrison reform advocatesSports mentorship programs