Let’s remember one of the best sports movies ever made. Denzel Washington and a stacked cast score a touchdown in this tale of unity that transcends the Gridiron.
Can't say this is one of my favorites. Boaz Yakin, the director, is an interesting guy. Supposedly he was making mainstream stuff for the studio to support his more adventurous fare, and taking significant years off in between.
Apparently he makes fun of this one. He was an NYU alum apparently and when he came back to show this to the graduating class, they all applauded - then he came out and basically said some variation of, "You LIKED that crap??"
That’s a wild story, thanks for sharing. That aside, I still love the movie. It’s got a few issues but I’ll always have time for it. It’s a great gateway sports movie too.
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Can't say this is one of my favorites. Boaz Yakin, the director, is an interesting guy. Supposedly he was making mainstream stuff for the studio to support his more adventurous fare, and taking significant years off in between.
Apparently he makes fun of this one. He was an NYU alum apparently and when he came back to show this to the graduating class, they all applauded - then he came out and basically said some variation of, "You LIKED that crap??"
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That’s a wild story, thanks for sharing. That aside, I still love the movie. It’s got a few issues but I’ll always have time for it. It’s a great gateway sports movie too.