Sean Porter is a detention camp probation officer who oversees the inmates at Camp Kilpatrick in Los Angeles and isn't willing to simply write off the violent offenders who have been placed in his care. Though their prospects for the future are decidedly bleak, Porter is convinced that if he can just get through to his adolescent inmates they may finally be able to turn their lives around and make amends for the mistakes of their past. When Porter's proposal of forming a high-school-level football team at Camp Kilpatrick meets with skepticism and resistance in the highest ranks, the determined coach puts his career on the line to prove that even convicted criminals can acquire the tools needed to build a brighter future when given the proper motivation and the means of doing so.
This was a very good film with lots of action and sub-plots which combine for an entertaining experience. The whole movie was cast perfectly as the prisoners/players and coaches did an excellent job of portraying the real people who they were based on. There were lots of ups and downs, every emotion was touched upon and the roller coaster ride ended with a great conclusion and epilogue which explained what happened to the real people and they even showed some documentary footage of the real team practicing and playing - that showed how close the film was to the real thing. The main takeaway from this film should be that, with a little positive reinforcement and a safe outlet to channel their energy, troubled teens really can be molded into responsible adults instead of becoming career criminals (or dying young) - juvenile halls across the country should take note.
Rating: 4 of 5 stars
Would I watch it again: No
Starring: The Rock, Jade Yorker, Xzibit
I typically watch movies on Monday, Wednesday and Friday while riding the ACE Train from Tracy to Santa Clara. The opinions expressed are those of me, myself and I.
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