Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana

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2 thoughts on “Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana

  1. There is actually a town in Indiana named Knigtsville. However, if you want to see the Husker’s gym, it is actually in Knightstown and very cool. I went some years ago and was allowed to go out on the floor and shoot around.

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