Review of Any Given Sunday (1999) by Paulina R — 28 Mar 2009
Never before has something I have no interest in, been so exciting. I'm not a real fan of any sport and American Football is something I find mostly dull. Stone manages to create an instantly unforgettable opening.
He knows sports movies will only play to a certain crowd, so he dives into the world of football, not just the sport itself. We're taken on a fast and frantic tour. We see the game itself, the commentators, the journalists, the business women, the coaches etc.
It makes the game feel so technical and calculated that it really feels like a battle. Over the course of the film we also get glimpses of the medical aspect and even the religious side. The character drama is also present.
Every ying has a yang and all sides are represented fairly. The editing and acting are both powerful and used sparingly. The script itself gives enough time to each character and situation and has some excellent dialog.
All star cast in an all star film that isn't just for American Football fans.
This review of Any Given Sunday (1999) was written by Paulina R on 28 Mar 2009.
Any Given Sunday has generally received positive reviews.
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