Get ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of five Mexican American high school students who defied the odds and became state champions in the face of adversity.
The best sports movies aren’t just about sports. Take the recent movie of the day Rocky for example: it’s about working class pride, about love and about overcoming adversity, so it’s more than just a boxing movie. And the same applies to The Long Game, because while it’s an uplifting underdog story set around the game of golf it’s also about some of the toxic attitudes prevalent in the 1950s.
A True Story of Triumph and Perseverance
The Long Game is based on the true story of five Mexican American high school students who were banned from playing golf in the 1950s by an all-white Texan country club. Refusing to take no for an answer, they built their own course, formed their own team, and became state champions. This incredible journey is a testament to the power of determination and the human spirit.
Critical Acclaim and Audience Praise
The Long Game has received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its sincerity and heart. As Variety put it: “Winner of an audience award at the 2023 SXSW film fest, The Long Game is an utterly predictable yet thoroughly engaging period drama.” RogerEbert.com describes it as “appealingly told with sincerity and taste,” while the Hollywood Outsider says that “The Long Game is an emotional crowd-pleaser”.
A Few Criticisms, But Overall a Winning Film
While few critics can fault the heart of the film, many felt that it could have been more focused. Collider said that “while the book this film is based on, Mustang Miracle by Humberto G. Garcia, certainly documents an impressive story of an underdog overcoming odds, the film doesn’t quite reach the heights it’s trying to… It juggles too many things and ends up dropping the ball.” However, the film’s ability to address racism head-on and its overall message of hope and perseverance make it a “gently rousing family-friendly drama,” according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Watch The Long Game on Netflix Today
Don’t miss out on this inspiring true story. Watch The Long Game on Netflix today and experience the incredible journey of these five Mexican American high school students who dared to dream big.
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