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Pride
Terrence Howard
Pride
Terrence Howard
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 centre 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.
Helmed by first-time feature-film director Sunu Gonera, PRIDE, like 2006's American 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 only enhances the movie's uplifting vibe, which is boosted further by an excellent Philly-soul soundtrack that prominently features the O’Jays.
Media | Movies DVD |
Number of discs | 1 |
Released | January 14, 2008 |
EAN/UPC | 5060052412881 |
Label | Elevation LGD93929 |
Dimensions | 200 g (Weight (estimated)) |
Region code | Region 2 (Europa) |
Language | Original language |
Please note | iMusic has no information as to which subtitles may or may not be available on this DVD/Blu-ray. |
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