The New England Patriots have been in two of the most dramatic, exciting (at least at the end of the game) Super Bowls ever played. Twice they have won the game in the waning seconds of the game after driving from deep in their own territory into field goal range. Super Bowl XXXVIII was one of these two Super Bowls which saw the New England Patriots defeat the Carolina Panthers 32-29 on a last second field goal by Adam Vinatieri.

This DVD features about an hour long recap of the entire Patriots’ 2003 season featuring highlights of every single regular season and postseason game, with extensive highlights of the Super Bowl. This season saw New England end the regular season with a 14-2 record that culminated in two playoff victories against the Tennessee Titans in the AFC Divisional Playoffs (17-14) and the Indianapolis Colts in the AFC Championship (24-14). As always the season long highlights features sideline and locker room scenes, as well as player commentary throughout. My only quibble is that it would have been nice to have more details on the regular season and playoff games, more highlights, more commentary, and more inside information in general. Nevertheless, this highlights package is complete and well done.

The best thing about the DVD is the entire game broadcast is on it. That, in and of itself, makes the DVD worth owning if you are a Patriots fan. This is just a huge bonus and makes it an even better keepsake.

Another outstanding feature is the ESPN NFL Match-Up segment breaking down the Super Bowl. This was an absolutely superb segment that dissected the game and its key plays.

The other bonus features included media day coverage featuring player interviews before the game, post-game interviews and comments by players, coach Bill Belichick, and owner Robert Kraft, and another short feature called “Quick Hits,” which were also interviews with players, coaches, and media about the Super Bowl.

This was a very well done highlights package and is highly recommended for New England Patriots fans.


Disclaimer: I am a die hard New England Patriots fan and am totally biased in this review.


By C. Douglas Baker

Other New England Patriots Films I Recommend:
3 Games to Glory
3 Games to Glory II
3 Games to Glory III


Other NFL Films For Super Bowl Championships:
NFL Super Bowl XXXVI Champions - The New England Patriots
NFL Super Bowl XXXIX Champions - The New England Patriots
NFL Super Bowl XL Champions - Pittsburgh Steelers


Recommended: Yes

Viewing Format: DVD