Shannon Photo Gal on the Scene: The DC premiere of the Jesse Owens bio-pic, "Race"

The story of the fastest man on earth is about to hit theatre screens. "Race" tells the story of Olympian Jesse Owens, played by actor Stephan James. Mr. James, along with Stephen Hopkins, the film's director, hit the red carpet at The Newseum. 

Actor Stephan James and Director Stephen Hopkins

Actor Stephan James

Gloria Owens, daughter of Jesse Owens, surrounded by her family

Gloria Owens, daughter of Jesse Owens, greets actor Stephan James

Actor Stephan James with Congressman John Lewis