"Gridiron Gang" Trailer & Info

**RebelMan** · 08-19-2006, 06:18 PM

Trailer
http://images.apple.com/movies/sony_...gang_h640w.mov

Release Date:
September 15, 2006

Studio:
Columbia Pictures

Director:
Phil Joanou

Screenwriter:
Jeff Maguire

Starring:
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Xzibit, Kevin Dunn, Leon Rippy, Danny Martinez, Mo, Trever O'Brien, Six Reasons, Brandon Smith, Jade Yorker, Robert Zepeda, Michael Jace, Bill Smitrovich

Genre:
Drama

MPAA Rating:
PG-13 (for some startling scenes of violence, mature thematic material and language)

Plot Summary:
Columbia Pictures' "Gridiron Gang" tells the gritty and powerfully emotional story of juvenile detention camp probation officer Sean Porter (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson), who, along with another officer, Malcolm Moore (Xzibit), turns a group of hard core teenage felons into a high school football team in four weeks. Confronted with gang rivalries and bitter hatred between his teammates, Porter teaches some hard lessons (and learns a few himself) as the kids gain a sense of self-respect and responsibility.

In a world where 75% of these juvenile inmates return to prison or meet with violent ends on the streets, Porter and Moore face seemingly insurmountable barriers. No one wants to compete against convicted criminals, but through relentless pursuit and a jolt of inspiration, Porter and his team fight their way to redemption and a second chance.

Based on a true story, "Gridiron Gang" sends out a message that one man can make a difference and the most hopeless kids in our society can change the course of their lives through hard work, commitment and bold leadership.

farsighted · 08-21-2006, 04:56 PM

This actually looks like it may be alright, and I've found the Rock to be a better actor than most give him credit for. However, to get my football fix, I'm turning to Invincible this fall.

Gumby · 08-22-2006, 06:29 AM

How come all these "inspired by a true story" sports movies always turn out the same?

I do like The Rock, though. He's definitely at ease in front of the camera. Let's hope he starts making good movies soon. He gets a ridiculously high salary for making pretty much nothing but flops.

08-19-2006, 06:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
RebelMan AgEnT oF ChAoS Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: The Web Posts: 10,942 My Profile	"Gridiron Gang" Trailer & Info Trailer http://images.apple.com/movies/sony_...gang_h640w.mov Release Date: September 15, 2006 Studio: Columbia Pictures Director: Phil Joanou Screenwriter: Jeff Maguire Starring: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Xzibit, Kevin Dunn, Leon Rippy, Danny Martinez, Mo, Trever O'Brien, Six Reasons, Brandon Smith, Jade Yorker, Robert Zepeda, Michael Jace, Bill Smitrovich Genre: Drama MPAA Rating: PG-13 (for some startling scenes of violence, mature thematic material and language) Plot Summary: Columbia Pictures' "Gridiron Gang" tells the gritty and powerfully emotional story of juvenile detention camp probation officer Sean Porter (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson), who, along with another officer, Malcolm Moore (Xzibit), turns a group of hard core teenage felons into a high school football team in four weeks. Confronted with gang rivalries and bitter hatred between his teammates, Porter teaches some hard lessons (and learns a few himself) as the kids gain a sense of self-respect and responsibility. In a world where 75% of these juvenile inmates return to prison or meet with violent ends on the streets, Porter and Moore face seemingly insurmountable barriers. No one wants to compete against convicted criminals, but through relentless pursuit and a jolt of inspiration, Porter and his team fight their way to redemption and a second chance. Based on a true story, "Gridiron Gang" sends out a message that one man can make a difference and the most hopeless kids in our society can change the course of their lives through hard work, commitment and bold leadership.

08-21-2006, 04:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
farsighted Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 580 My Profile	This actually looks like it may be alright, and I've found the Rock to be a better actor than most give him credit for. However, to get my football fix, I'm turning to Invincible this fall.

08-22-2006, 06:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
Gumby Ya Rly! Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 976 My Profile	How come all these "inspired by a true story" sports movies always turn out the same? I do like The Rock, though. He's definitely at ease in front of the camera. Let's hope he starts making good movies soon. He gets a ridiculously high salary for making pretty much nothing but flops.

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