Whether it is football or golf, sports movies seem to come in all shapes and forms. Over the years the world of film have seen many inspiring sports movies, and most in this genre seem to follow the same premise where an individual or team rises to the occasion and win the big game. The latest sports film is no different as it captures the true events of a cross country team. The film
McFarland, USA captures the story of coach Jim White and how he formed a team of Hispanic Americans to compete in Cross Country. Though the film had interesting variables behind it, like having director Niki Caro, it may be safe to say that if you have seen one sports movie, then you have seen them all. Yet does this sports film stand out from the rest in its genre or is this just another movie based on true events?
