best "based on a true story" sports movie i have seen yet

Rating: 8/10 (28 November 2007)

this movie was a real surprise.i didn't think it would be good at all.but i gave it a shot,and i actually thought it was pretty good movie.as "based on a true story" sports movies go,it's probably the best i have seen so far.a lot of that has to do with the depth and heart of the story.it's hard not to get wrapped up in the emotion,and feel what the characters feel.the acting was very good,especially from Billy Bob Thornton.he brought real credible intensity and emotion to the role of head coach.i also felt this movie was more inspirational than others of the genre,but it's not over the top,or in your face.it's much more subtle,but also more powerful.for me Friday Night Lights gets a well deserved 8/10