If you really like Oliver Stone, stay away from this movie.

Rating: 4/10 (7 August 2000)

With all the great talent that is associated with this film, you would think that it was a must see film. Well believe me when I say that it's more of a must miss film. The story for this film is fantastic. The choice of actors is superb. The reason that I feel you shouldn't rush out and rent this one right away, is the director. I know, I know it's Oliver Stone you say. Yes, JFK was great, Wall Street was excellent, and I even liked Nixon, but I don't know what Mr. Stone was thinking when he envisioned making this movie.
Specifically, I didn't like the football sequences. Anyone who has seen this film will understand when I say that they were too short, and the camera angles were horrible set-up. I understand fully that the film is not just about the action on the grass, but the scenes were just too poorly shot to forget and not take into consideration when reviewing this film. This reviewer happened to enjoy Varsity Blues for the exact opposite reason I disliked Any Given Sunday. Varsity Blues was able to hold a great story line while having some spectacular football scenes. Now I must reiterate, it is my opinion that you do not stand in line to rent this movie next week, but instead get your best friend (Michael) to pay for it and watch it at their house.