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Series
Publisher
ESPN Films
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
An essential examination of the rise and fall of Orenthal James Simpson, and parallels between his story with that of race in America. This series reveals how he first became a football star, why America fell in love with him off the field, what happened in the trial for his ex-wife's murder, and why he is now sitting in jail for another crime 20 years later.
Series
30 for 30 volume season 2, no. 6
Publisher
ESPN Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
During the 1980s and 1990s, Bo Jackson hit 500-foot home runs and ran over linebackers, becoming a cultural icon and one of the most famous athletes of all time. Director Michael Bonfiglio examines the truths and tall tales that surround Jackson, and how his seemingly impossible feats captured the collective imagination for a brief moment in time.
3) Unmatched
Series
30 for 30 volume no. 21
Publisher
ESPN Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
No individual sports rivalry can boast the intensity and impact of the one between Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova. Fierce competitors, the two lifted each other to heights that each couldn't have reached without the other. On the court, their battles were fought hard. But even more remarkable is what happened off the court, as they formed a strong and lasting friendship, bonding them to this day. Pull up a chair and join an intimate one-on-one...
4) The fab five
Series
Publisher
ESPN Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
They were one of the most famous, and infamous teams in college history. Arriving on the campus at the University of Michigan in the fall of 1991, these five freshmen (Chris Webber, Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King, and Ray Jackson) not only electrified the game, but also brought new style to the masses with their baggy shorts, black socks, and brash talk. Now viewers can see them in a whole new light.
Series
30 for 30 volume no. 6
Publisher
ESPN Films
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
In the early '80s, The NFL Today was one of the preeminent sports programs on television. It was a perfect combination of reporting, analysis, predictions, humor, and talent. But there was no personality on the show more popular that Jimmy 'The Greek' Snyder. Born in Steubenville, Ohio, to Greek immigrants, Jimmy overcame childhood tragedy, moved to Las Vegas, and eventually became the biggest name in the world of sports handicapping.
Series
30 for 30 volume no. 27
Publisher
[ESPN]
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Nicknamed "El Toro" by his fans, 20-year-old Fernando Valenzuela was one of the most captivating pitching phenoms baseball has ever seen. Virtually overnight, he became a hero to millions of Latinos, proving with his signature look to the heavens and killer screwball that the American dream was not reserved for those born on U.S. soil.
Series
30 for 30 volume no. 28
Publisher
[Team Marketing]
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Few athletes in Olympic history have reached such heights and depths as Marion Jones. Her rise to the top culminated at the 2000 Summer Games in Sydney, Australia. Eventually, her accomplishments and her reputation would be tarnished. In October 2007, Jones finally admitted what so many had long suspected, that she had indeed used steroids. Jones was sentenced to six months in prison for lying to federal investigators and soon saw her Olympic achievements...
Series
30 for 30 volume no. 2
Publisher
ESPN, Inc
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
In March of 1984, a moving company secretly packed up the Baltimore Colt's belongings and snuck off in the early morning, leaving a city of devoted fans in shock and disbelief. The Colts were an integral part of the city, and fans struggled to cope with losing the team they loved. For 12 years the city was without an NFL team, but the band continued to play, acting as musical ambassadors for the city, keeping football alive until the NFL returned....