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LOVE & BASKETBALL

PG-13, Released Apr 21, 2000, 2h 4m, Romance/ Drama List
85% Tomatometer 115 Reviews 95% Audience Score 100,000+ Ratings
Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps) are two childhood friends who both
aspire to be professional basketball players. Quincy, whose father, Zeke (Dennis
Haysbert), plays for the Los Angeles Clippers, is a natural talent and a born
leader. Monica is ferociously competitive but sometimes becomes overly emotional
on the court. Over the years, the two begin to fall for each other, but their
separate paths to basketball stardom threaten to pull them apart. Read More Read
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Eric Harrison Los Angeles Times This is Prince-Bythewood's first feature film as
both a writer and director, and she shows admirable command of her craft. Mar 9,
2022 Full Review Jami Bernard New York Daily News he relationship between Monica
and Quincy is a treat, making this a great date movie. Rated: 3.5/4 •  Mar 9,
2022 Full Review Ann Hornaday Baltimore Sun Gina Prince-Bythewood has taken the
conventional coming-of-age romance genre and invigorated it with such vivid
characters and such alertness to the culture she's representing, that she makes
what might have been derivative into something brand new. Rated: 3.5/4 •  Mar 9,
2022 Full Review Justine Smith Vague Visages Love & Basketball transcends the
simplicity of just alienation, as it reaches for romantic equality and
miraculously achieves it. Jun 6, 2024 Full Review Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand
If the romantic complications follow a familiar game plan, the film throws a
fascinating spotlight onto the contrast between men’s and women’s basketball.
Apr 8, 2023 Full Review Brian Susbielles InSession Film Gina Prince-Bythewood
wrote and directed this love story starring Omar Epps and Sanaa Lathan is about
kindling a relationship amongst their affection for the sport both of them excel
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Zackary T Brilliant film and a beautiful story. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out
of 5 stars 05/27/24 Full Review Christian K Enjoyed it for the most part but the
story feels a little stunted with its presentation, especially the rushed
conclusion. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 04/15/24 Full Review Marco
C This movie is flawless Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/22/24 Full
Review KB B It was good but kind of typical for this genre. I'd probably not
want to watch it again. It's worth checking out. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out
of 5 stars 01/30/24 Full Review matthias s "Love & Basketball" is a slam-dunk
romance film, intertwining the love story of childhood friends Monica and Quincy
with their passion for basketball. Sanaa Lathan and Omar Epps deliver compelling
performances, and the movie explores themes of ambition and personal growth.
While it captivates with relatable characters and emotional depth, occasional
plot meandering and underdeveloped subplots hinder the overall experience.
Nonetheless, the film's soulful soundtrack adds to its charm. "Love &
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Synopsis Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps) are two childhood friends
who both aspire to be professional basketball players. Quincy, whose father,
Zeke (Dennis Haysbert), plays for the Los Angeles Clippers, is a natural talent
and a born leader. Monica is ferociously competitive but sometimes becomes
overly emotional on the court. Over the years, the two begin to fall for each
other, but their separate paths to basketball stardom threaten to pull them
apart.
Director Gina Prince-Bythewood
Producer Sam Kitt, Spike Lee
Screenwriter Gina Prince-Bythewood
Distributor New Line Cinema
Production Co 40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks
Rating PG-13 (Sexuality|Language)
Genre Romance, Drama
Original Language English
Release Date (Theaters) Apr 21, 2000, Wide
Release Date (Streaming) Dec 1, 2008
Box Office (Gross USA) $27.4M
Runtime 2h 4m
Sound Mix Dolby Stereo, DTS, SDDS, Surround, Dolby Digital, Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio Scope (2.35:1)
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