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Calvin Cambridge
Aug 11, 2013
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The Athletes
The movie was standard Disney fare (even though it wasn’t Disney, but was actually produced with NBA Entertainment, which explains the amount of NBA stars in the film) and was predictable at every corner. If you haven’t seen it, basically an orphan finds a pair of shoes that once were worn my Michael Jordan, so naturally by wearing them he can play “Like Mike”. Frankly, we are imaging scenes in which Bow Wow (who played the orphan) berates Kwame Brown or becomes one of the worst executives in the NBA, but that may be part of a still yet to be green lit sequel. At the end of the day, this is a standard movie that you don’t remember one way or the other. Now if only Bow Wow can find a microphone that Tupac once owned…..
Bliss Cavendar "Babe Ruthless"
Aug 11, 2013
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The Athletes
Although the movie did not perform well, “Whip It” was a cute little critically respected film about a young woman finding herself through Roller Derby. Actually, there is a lot of positive with the film in regards to how sport can give women (or really anybody) confidence, and a chance “to be their own hero”. Nothing wrong with that message!
The Bullet Points:
Movie Appeared:
Whip It (2009)
Actor:
Ellen Page
Played for:
The Hurl Scouts
Why you should vote for him:
This is a decent example of female empowerment in sports.
Why you should not vote for her:
Chances are you never saw this movie.
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Billy Tully
Aug 11, 2013
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The Athletes
A forgotten film, “Fat City” shows the dark underside of Boxing via Billy Tully, a boxer way past his prime, and an alcoholic to boot. Released a few years before Rocky, there is no “Rocky” ending here. Frankly, this movie would not have worked if it was.
The Bullet Points:
Movie Appeared:
Fat City (1972)
Actor:
Stacy Keach
Why you should vote for him:
This is one of the boxing characters you pity the most.
Why you should not vote for him:
This movie has been forgotten.
Artie DeFanzo
Aug 11, 2013
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The Athletes
It is pretty simple really. If you are a fan of comedian, Artie Lange, you enjoyed this movie. If not, you probably never saw it. Still, we expect a few voted from the “Jack and Coke” contingent on this one.
The Bullet Points:
Movie Appeared:
Artie Lange’s Beer League (2006)
Actor:
Artie Lange
Position Portrayed:
Town Drunk
Played for:
Ed’s Bar & Swill
Why you should vote for him:
Just playing for Ed’s Bar & Swill should be worth a few votes right there.
Why you should not vote for him:
This film was not a commercial success, and chances are, you never saw it.
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