The screenplay was written by Barry Michael Cooper from a story by Benny Medina. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing Above the Rim near you. Story of a promising high school basketball star and his relationships with two brothers, one a drug dealer and the other a former basketball star fallen on A superficial and predictable sports drama with an inner-city background, Above the Rim nevertheless offers engaging characters, fast-paced direction, and strong performances. It was shot on location in Harlem, and especially at Rucker's Playground, a legendary court where, in the 1970s, visiting stars like Wilt Chamberlain and Julius Erving would drop by to play with the local heroes. Above the Rim. Above the Rim is a 1994 American sports film co-written, storied and directed by Jeff Pollack in his directorial debut, starring Duane Martin, Tupac Shakur, Leon Robinson & Marlon Wayans. 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