Saturday, November 23, 2024

Tag: Sport

Next Goal Wins (2023)*

Title: Next Goal Wins
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Taika Waititi
Written by: Taika Waititi and Iain Morris
Starring: Michael Fassbender, Oscar Kightley, Kaimana, David Fane, Rachel House, Beulah Koale, Uli Latukefu, Semu Filipo, Lehi Falepapalangi, Will Arnett, and Elisabeth Moss
Release Date: 11/17/2023
Running Time: 103 minutes

Official Site
IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Follows the infamously terrible American Samoa soccer team, known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match they lost 31-0. With the 2014 World Cup Qualifiers approaching, the team hires down-on-his-luck, maverick coach Thomas Rongen (Michael Fassbender) hoping he will turn the world’s worst soccer team around.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? Yes

after the credits
We see the Priest giving an inspirational speech about how anything can happen if you just have a little faith. He then turns around and tries to walk on water, only to have his foot sink into the pond.

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Special thanks to Michael, Dj, Frank, and Scott for this submission


Warrior Strong (2023)?

Title: Warrior Strong
Rating: NR
Directed by: Shane Belcourt
Written by: Dan Gordon
Starring: Andrew Dice Clay, Jordan Johnson-Hinds, and Sarah Podemski
Release Date: 9/29/2023
Running Time: 98 minutes

IMDb

What did you think of this film?

To try and save his career, a suspended pro basketball player returns home to coach his struggling former high school basketball team.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Unknown

during the credits
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Are There Any Extras After The Credits? Unknown

after the credits
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Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Hill, The (2023)

Title: The Hill
Rating: PG
Directed by: Jeff Celentano
Written by: Angelo Pizzo, Scott Marshall Smith, Aric Hornig, and Stephen Hintz
Starring: Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford, Joelle Carter, Randy Houser, Bonnie Bedelia, and Scott Glenn
Release Date: 8/25/2023
Running Time: 126 minutes

Official Site
IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Growing up impoverished in small-town Texas, young Rickey Hill shows an extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball, despite being burdened by leg braces from a degenerative spinal disease. His stern, pastor father (Dennis Quaid) discourages Rickey from playing baseball to protect him from injury, and to have him follow in his footsteps and become a preacher. As a young man, Rickey (Colin Ford) becomes a baseball phenomenon. His desire to participate in a try-out for a legendary major league scout divides the family and threatens Rickey’s dream of playing professional baseball.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Dedication: Dedicated to Pastor James Hill

Memoriam: In loving memory of Scott Marshall Smith

Special thanks to Tony for this submission


Gran Turismo (2023)*

Title: Gran Turismo
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Neill Blomkamp
Written by: Jason Hall, Zach Baylin, and Alex Tse
Starring: David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe, Darren Barnet, Geri Halliwell Horner, and Djimon Hounsou
Release Date: 8/25/2023
Running Time: 135 minutes

Official Site
IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Based on the unbelievable true story of a team of unlikely underdogs – a struggling working-class gamer (Archie Madekwe), a failed former racecar driver (David Harbour), and an idealistic motorsport executive (Orlando Bloom). Together, they risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the world.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits
We see more of the action at Polyphony Digital as engineers research real cars for their game.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Special thanks to Frank, Michael, Tony, and Aftab for this submission


First Slam Dunk, The (2022)*

Title: The First Slam Dunk
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Takehiko Inoue
Written by: Takehiko Inoue
Starring: Luis Bermudez, Paul Castro Jr., David Cui Cui, Abby Espiritu, and Masaya Fukunishi
Release Date: 7/28/2023
Running Time: 124 minutes

Official Site
IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Shohoku’s “speedster” and point guard, Ryota Miyagi, always plays with brains and lightning speed, running circles around his opponents while feigning composure.

Born and raised in Okinawa, Ryota had a brother who was three years older. Following in the footsteps of his older brother, who was a famous local player from a young age, Ryota also became addicted to basketball.

In his second year of high school, Ryota plays with the Shohoku High School basketball team along with Sakuragi, Rukawa, Akagi, and Mitsui as they take the stage at the Inter-High School National Championship.

And now, they are on the brink of challenging the reigning champions, Sannoh Kogyo High School.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? Yes

after the credits
We see the kitchen table with photos on it, they are all of Sota and family.

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Special thanks to Frank, Jack, and Matt for this submission


Rally Road Racers (2023)

Title: Rally Road Racers
Rating: PG
Directed by: Ross Venokur
Written by: Ross Venokur
Starring: Chloe Bennet, Sharon Horgan, J.K. Simmons, Jimmy O. Yang, John Cleese, Catherine Tate, and Lisa Lu
Release Date: 5/12/2023
Running Time: 93 minutes

IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Racers compete in a high-stakes rally along the famous Silk Road trade route.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No


Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World (2023)*

Title: Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: George Tillman Jr.
Written by: Frank Baldwin and George Tillman Jr.
Starring: Khris Davis, Jasmine Mathews, Sullivan Jones, Lawrence Gilliard Jr., John Magaro, Sonja Sohn, and Forest Whitaker
Release Date: 4/28/2023
Running Time: 129 minutes

Official Site
IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Based on the remarkable true story of one of the greatest comebacks of all time and the transformational power of second chances. Fueled by an impoverished childhood, Foreman channeled his anger into becoming an Olympic Gold medalist and World Heavyweight Champion, followed by a near-death experience that took him from the boxing ring to the pulpit. But when he sees his community struggling spiritually and financially, Foreman returns to the ring and makes history by reclaiming his title, becoming the oldest and most improbable World Heavyweight Boxing Champion ever.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits
A montage of photos of the characters in the film comparing them in real life with the actors and actresses who played them is shown. There is also some knowledge about Foreman’s career after he won his second Heavyweight Championship displayed.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Special thanks to Valerie for this submission


Perfect Addiction (2023)

Title: Perfect Addiction
Rating: R
Directed by: Castille Landon
Written by: Stephanie Sanditz
Based on the book by: Claudia Tan
Starring: Kiana Madeira, Ross Butler, Matthew Noszka, Bree Winslow, Nicholas Duvernay, and Manu Bennett
Release Date: 4/14/2023
Running Time: 107 minutes

IMDb

What did you think of this film?

A Successful boxing trainer discovers that her boyfriend, A reigning champion, has been cheating on her with her own sister. She sets out to get revenge by training the one man capable of dethroning him: his arch-nemesis Kayden.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Special thanks to Frank and Shimmie for this submission


Sweetwater (2023)

Title: Sweetwater
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Martin Guigui
Written by: Martin Guigui
Starring: Everett Osborne, Cary Elwes, Jeremy Piven, Richard Dreyfuss, and Kevin Pollak
Release Date: 4/14/2023
Running Time: 114 minutes

IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Hall of Famer, Nat ‘Sweetwater’ Clifton, makes history as the first African American to sign an NBA contract, forever changing how the game of basketball is played.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Note: Pictures and video of the real “Sweetwater” are shown during the credits.

Memoriam: In Loving Memory of
Nathaniel Clifton
Larry Lozensky
Paul Pizarro

Special thanks to Ruby and Frank for this submission


Champions (2023)*

Title: Champions
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Bobby Farrelly
Written by: Mark Rizzo
Based on the film by: Javier Fesser and David Marqués
Starring: Woody Harrelson, Cheech Marin, Casey Metcalfe, James Day Keith, Ashton Gunning, and Tom Sinclair
Release Date: ReleaseDateGoesHere
Running Time: 123 minutes

IMDb

What did you think of this film?

The story of a former minor-league basketball coach who, after a series of missteps, is ordered by the court to manage a team of Disabled players. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits
Coach Marcus is playing the piano on stage in a spotlight for the opening to Tubthumping by Chumbawamba, as it turns into the actual song while The Friends are dressed in fomal attire playing various instruments in their gym.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? Yes

after the credits
Showtime makes his signature back-to-the-rim overhead shot in a game.

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Special thanks to Michael and Ben for this submission