Disgraced (2017)

About Disgraced

'Disgraced' is a chilling documentary that revolves around the murder of Baylor University men's basketball star Patrick Dennehy and the subsequent disgrace of the university's athletics program. Director Pat Kondelis weaves the shocking tale interspersing it with raw footage and interviews with central figures in the case, to reveal the truth about the corruption, lies, and manipulation that led to a tragic end.

Making / Production

'Disgraced' is a product of profound investigative journalism and serves as a testament to the corruption in high-stakes college sports. Directed by Pat Kondelis and produced under the Showtime banner, the film uncovers the hidden truths behind the scandal with the aid of insightful interviews and intricate details.

Actors

• Dave Bliss: The former Baylor University men's basketball coach played himself. His candid interviews provide a haunting insight into the scandal.
• Abar Rouse: The former assistant coach of Baylor men's basketball team also played himself in the documentary. His secret recordings set the conspiracy wheel in motion.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film uses actual footage from news broadcasts, court hearings, and interviews which adds to its authenticity.
• This film reveals a previously unheard confession from Dave Bliss that he paid Dennehy's tuition, thus violating NCAA rules.

Quotes

• "I could handle the truth... I couldn't handle the deception." - Abar Rouse
• "Truth is always the light." - Dave Bliss

Music, Soundtrack

• The dramatic and somber musical score sets an eerie tone for the documentary, perfectly complementing the shocking true story.