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Key Information
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| Directors: |
Sunu Gonera |
| Stars: |
Terrence Howard |
| Actors: |
Trevor Morgan |
| Genre: |
Dramas |
| Subgenre: |
Racism |
| MPAA Rating: |
PG (MPAA) |
| Available Formats: |
DVD |
| UPC: |
031398215400 |
| Release Date: |
2007 |
| Running Time: |
1hr 49min |
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Languages
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| Original Language: |
English |
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DVD Editions
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Format: DVD, 1hr 49min
Release Company: Lions Gate Home Entertainment (June 26, 2007)
UPC: 031398215431 |
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Credits
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| Screenwriter: |
Michael Gozzard |
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Professional Reviews
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(03/30/2007, p.52, Owen Gleiberman): "Howard, once again, commands through quiet, summoning the gentle music of a man who is literally trying to find his power as he speaks." -- Grade: B+ |
| More Information |
| Details: |
Based on a true-life story set in 1970s Philadelphia, PRIDE follows determined swimming coach Jim Ellis (Terrence Howard) as he as struggles to gain recognition and respect for his African-American team. Operating out of a recreational center in a rough part of Philly, Ellis's loose-knit group of teens face difficulties dealing with both criminal and racial issues, making it that much harder to keep them focused on swimming. When Ellis gets a chance to take on the swim team of a school that rejected him for a job, he sees a great opportunity for his kids to show their true mettle. <br> <br> Helmed by first-time feature-film director Sunu Gonera, PRIDE, like 2006's football-themed INVINCIBLE, is steeped in the look of ?70s Philadelphia, but that aspect never seems forced, allowing the poignant story to shine through, thanks, in large part, to Howard's thoughtful, no-frills performance. While Bernie Mac is on hand to lend support, the comedian (and his considerable sideburns) never steals the show, and on... |
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