Coming Up on Saturday at The Described Movies: Coach Carter and Lords of Dogtown
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From this Saturday at 12 AM Eastern—that’s 4 PM Saturday in NZ, 2 PM in Sydney, and 5 AM in the UK—and repeated every four hours throughout the day—we’re
featuring the described movies Coach Carter (2005) and Lords of Dogtown (2005).
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Movie 1: Coach Carter (2005)
Coach Carter is an inspiring sports drama based on the true story of Ken Carter, a high school basketball coach who made national headlines for benching
his undefeated team due to poor academic performance. Samuel L. Jackson delivers a commanding performance as Carter, whose tough love approach challenges
his players to strive for success both on and off the court.
Directed by Thomas Carter, the film combines thrilling basketball action with a powerful message about discipline, respect, and the importance of education.
Coach Carter is more than just a sports story—it’s a heartfelt reminder that the greatest victories often happen far from the scoreboard.
Directed by: Thomas Carter
Produced by: David Gale, Brian Robbins, Michael Tollin
Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Rob Brown, Channing Tatum, Rick Gonzalez, Robert Ri’chard, Ashanti
Screenplay by: Mark Schwahn, John Gatins
Based on: The true story of Ken Carter
Cinematography: Sharon Meir
Edited by: Peter E. Berger
Music by: Trevor Rabin
Distributed by: Paramount Pictures
Release date: 14 January 2005 (USA)
File Length: 126 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English
Budget: $30 million
Box office: $76.7 million
Movie 2: Lords of Dogtown (2005)
Lords of Dogtown is a gritty, energetic drama that tells the story of the legendary Z-Boys—a group of young skateboarders from Venice Beach, California,
who revolutionised the sport in the 1970s. With their fearless style and rebellious spirit, they transformed skateboarding into a global phenomenon.
Featuring standout performances from Heath Ledger, Emile Hirsch, and Victor Rasuk, and directed by Catherine Hardwicke, the film captures the raw energy
of the era and the struggles of friendship, fame, and staying true to oneself. Lords of Dogtown is a thrilling ride through skate culture history, with
plenty of heart beneath the grit.
Directed by: Catherine Hardwicke
Produced by: John Linson, Stacey Peralta
Starring: Heath Ledger, Emile Hirsch, Victor Rasuk, John Robinson, Michael Angarano, Nikki Reed
Screenplay by: Stacey Peralta
Based on: The true story of the Z-Boys
Cinematography: Elliot Davis
Edited by: Nancy Richardson
Music by: Marcelo Zarvos, Paul Haslinger
Distributed by: Columbia Pictures
Release date: 3 June 2005 (USA)
File Length: 102 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English
Budget: $25 million
Box office: $13.4 million