Cuba's 2nd Oscar Nod and Win

Rating: 10/10 (21 November 2003)

Ever since the first preview that I caught I wanted to see this movie. And then I became hesitant after it's release...I figured if you've seen one film surrounding this story line, you've seen them all.
I was wrong.
I have to admit I was extremely impressed. I was so captured by Cuba Gooding Jr.'s performance as Radio that I found myself completely drawn to him. I cried when he was hurt and I said "aww" when things were going well for him.
Ed Harris is remarkable as Coach Jones. But then again when isn't Ed Harris awesome in any role he takes on? Both these talented men take you right into the lives of Radio and Jones that you just feel as if you belong there right with them.
I think this movie is well deserved of viewing. I thought it was well written and beautifully portrayed.