What's up everyone, how's it going?
So this is where it all begins, the first review of the blog and before I start, I want to say, welcome to the review panel! (spoilers - sort of)
Today I'm reviewing Disney's Remember the Titans which came out in the year 2000 and was directed by Boaz Yakin. I watched this film just yesterday and I really can't speak highly enough of it: it's the true story of how an African-American coach and his high school team become a single unit and move past the problems they have with each other. In a nutshell, it's a classic 'sports movie' with an against-the-odds situation and all the highs and lows you would expect. Denzel Washington plays the main role and really helps to bring the film alive. Great performances and some awesome musical montages as the team prepares for the season while at camp, all with the backdrop of the struggles going on in Virginia in the early 70s, make this movie one that'll stay with you long after the credits have rolled.
You really start to care for the characters as they develop and the friendship between Julius (Wood Harris) and Gerry (Ryan Hurst) is particularly moving. Having said that, this is a quality feel-good one that anyone will enjoy, regardless of whether you actually like American football! The outbreaks of song from Blue which are quickly taken up by many of the players also lightens the mood as we hear renditions of Ain't No Mountain High Enough and Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye.
It's HAHE time!
Humour - 6/10 This film is littered with jokes despite the serious backdrop and the "Yo mama" sketch in the changing rooms is sure to get anyone laughing!
Action - 6/10 There are some great scenes in the film of the Titans playing they're games and thanks to some quality camera work, these scenes reflect the rough nature of the sport in a fast paced and slick way.
Horror - 1/10 The most terrifying aspect of this film is watching Ryan Gosling 'dance' to his country music but that, I think, warrants at least a one. That scene however is salvaged by Blue shouting "Does the term 'cruel and unusual punishment' mean anything to you?!"
Entertainment - 9/10 It's hard to find faults with this film really. The music was great, the acting was great, there were inspirational, sorrowful, sympathetic and joyous moments and if you type the title in to YouTube, you can see the Gym Scene ("You think football is fun?!") for yourself.
I thoroughly enjoyed this film and would recommend it to everyone, especially those who enjoy the classic sports movies such as Field of Dreams. I think my next review will be on another sporting movie (possibly Moneyball?) but please tell me your thoughts in the comments section below!
This is Ed the Fan, signing out.
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