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All the books by Robert C. Gallagher adapted to cinema and television
Robert C. Gallagher is known for being the author of the book Ernie Davis: The Elmira Express, first published in 1983, which was adapted to cinema by Gary Fleder in 2008.
We invite you to watch, read, and vote for either the adaptation or the original, and join the debate on whether the book or the movie is better.
Ernie Davis: The Elmira Express
Robert C. Gallagher, 1983
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Gary Fleder, 2008
Based on the incredible true story, “The Express” follows the inspirational life of college football player Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. Following his draft by the NFL, tragedy struck the star athlete and he was never able to take the professional field. But his tale would forever change the face of professional sports.