The Redeemers

Rating: 8/10 (16 July 2004)

For a bunch of wash-outs in the game of football, a second chance at living their dreams just seems too unreal. But an NFL football coach for the Sentinels, Jimmy McGinty (Gene Hackman), gives them that chance.
An odd cast of players comprising Keanu Reeves, Orlando Jones, Jon Favreau, and others "replaces" a bunch of spoiled rich football stars who are demanding more money. The result is the struggle of group of talented has-been guys whose personal conflicts are the only thing that keep them from being winners. The chance to be on a NFL football team is their last chance to redeem themselves and their dreams.
This film not only has great acting but also good football, and an incredible cheerleading team (for you guys). In the end reminds us of the glory of the game and the victory that comes with achievement. It is the stuff that stories are told about for years to come. My vote 8/10.