The Thundering Herds

Rating: Null/10 (19 September 2014)

Based on the infamous 1970 plane crash, in which over 40 members of the Marshall University football team were killed, "We Are Marshall" is a historical biopic by director McG. Opening with the aforementioned calamity, the film charts the attempts of Marshall Univerity to hire a new coach and put together a new team. Other scenes chronicle the difficulties locals have in coming to terms with the deaths of friends and loved ones.
Despite some fine cinematography, and a cute performance by Kate Mara, "We Are Marshall" is mostly inept. Actor Matthew McConaughey mistakes exuberance/gimmickry for acting, McG overplays every emotion, the film's overly sappy, and its themes of loss and healing are wholly superficial.
4/10 - Worth no viewings. Similar films: "The Sweet Hereafter, "Shadowlands", "Imaginary Heroes", "Ordinary People" and "Cries and Whispers".