Sports Movies

'Venus and Serena': The First Poster for the Documentary About the Tennis Stars (EXCLUSIVE)

Moviefone | Dana Taddeo | Posted 03.13.2013
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Sisters and tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams are giving fans a glimpse into their world -- both on and off the court -- in the documentary "Venu...

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The Biggest Mistakes In Sports Movies

Posted 12.10.2012
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This weekend, "Playing for Keeps" hits the big screen. The film stars Gerard Butler as a former professional athlete who looks to pick his life up aga...

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Basketball Diplomacy: An American Point Guard Becomes a Symbol of Freedom in The Iran Job

Jason Apuzzo | Posted 09.16.2012
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Jason Apuzzo

As big as Steve Nash's impact on the Lakers might be, it can't possibly match the impact that flashy point guard Kevin Sheppard had in 2008 on A.S. Shiraz, a professional basketball team in Iran's Super League.

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On Moneyball, and Why Sports Fans Don't Always Like Sports Movies

Joe DePaolo | Posted 03.31.2012
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Joe DePaolo

Our enjoyment of a film depends on our ability to suspend disbelief. Sports movies based on true stories are at a severe disadvantage in this regard. Many of us are acutely aware of every last detail of a sports film. Sports fans are conditioned that way. It's in our DNA.

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