Working your entire life for one goal, only to have it suddenly snatched away, can change your life forever. The documentary explores the rise of wrestling legend Lee Kemp, who overcame physical and racial adversity to become one of the country's greatest Olympic athletes. From his birth with a serious physical handicap to his rise through the wrestling ranks, Lee's journey is a thrilling tale of perseverance and determination. However, his ultimate goal of Olympic gold was taken away when President Jimmy Carter announced America's boycott of the 1980 Olympic Summer Games in Moscow.
Wrestled Away: The Lee Kemp Story
A world-class wrestler's relentless drive for Olympic Gold is shattered, forcing them to confront the crushing reality of their shattered dreams.
