A bit formulaic, but you won't mind because it's a feel-good movie

Rating: 7/10 (4 January 2015)

Yes, "Remember the Titans" is formulaic and yes you can probably predict where the characters will end up (no one makes a movie about the team that loses every game of the season, right?), but isn't that true for every film "based on a true story"? It's got good performances, likable characters and mixing a sports film with a story about racism in the U.S.A. gives this enough material to keep you entertained and engaged even if you're not a huge fan of football. For families it's a definite winner, bringing to light the important issue of racism (and if you think it's not relevant today, you have not been paying attention to the news). For people that have not been victims themselves or are simply unaware of how bad it can get even today it will make them think about the issue, but it's not a movie that makes you feel guilty or bad about it. Ultimately, it's a movie about a sports team filled with underdogs, now doesn't that sound like something that would be thrilling to watch, particularly when the athletes get their game together and start winning? Adults will have probably seen movies that push the boundaries a lot more, but it's still an enjoyable film that is sure to please. (Dvd, July 18, 2012)