In the past six plus years I’ve interviewed close to 250 college players. One human interest question I always ask is “what is your favorite football movie?” and without fail, roughly 75-80% say without hesitation “The Program” when I ask why most reply, “because it’s so similar to real college football.” That fact alone should make sure you add it to your library of football movies. Here is a brief plot synopsis on the movie. “ The ESU Timberwolves are entering a season with high expectations after two disappointing seasons. The film begins with a loss to end the prior season, along with the school president putting pressure on Sam Winters (James Caan) to win this coming season or face a possible firing. Quarterback Joe Kane (Craig Sheffer) spends the Christmas bowl season with his alcoholic father and brother, while NFL prospect Alvin Mack gives his mother a present to go with the new house she will soon have when he turns pro. The film then follows the recruiting of Darnell Jefferson (Omar Epps), a highly rated running back, and his eventual commitment to ESU and his pursuit of Autumn Hailey (Halle Berry)”.
That should wet your appetite.
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