On November 23, 1968, Yale and Harvard's undefeated football teams clashed in Cambridge, with Yale heavily favored. The game footage, mixed with contemporary interviews from 30 players, shows Yale leading 22-0, led by Brian Dowling and Calvin Hill. With just minutes left, Yale is ahead 29-13, but Harvard's comeback is exhilarating, teaching Yale a valuable lesson about humility. The film also explores the cultural context of the Vietnam War, sexual revolution, and friendships between notable figures like George W. Bush, Al Gore, and Meryl Streep.
Harvard Beats Yale 29-29
The 1968 Harvard-Yale football game was a thrilling encounter between two undefeated teams, electrifying the crowd with its intense rivalry.
