| | Bad News Bears | |
Description
One of director Michael Ritchies most universally recognised comedies, The Bad News Bears is a film that continues to entertain audiences of all ages. The story concerns a hopeless Little League team that eventually scores big when it acquires a new coach, Morris Buttermaker, a grouchy, beer-guzzling pool cleaner who takes the position for some extra cash. When he realises that his players are a bunch of talentless misfits, he signs up two secret weapons: Amanda Whurlitzer, the daughter of an ex-girlfriend who also happens to be an awesome pitcher, and Kelly Leak, a motorcycle-riding punk who is inarguably the best player in the area. With their new lineup in place, the Bears breeze their way into the championship game, in which they must battle their rivals, the Yankees, in order to exact revenge and win the title. Matthaus Buttermaker is a gem of a character, tossing off cynical one-liners with a vehemence that is truly hysterical. Ritchie strikes further gold with his youthful cast, who all embody their characters with a comic realism that is both heartwarming and humorous, making The Bad News Bears one of the finest sports comedies ever made.
Special Features
Commentary By Director Richard Linklater And Co Screenplay Writers, At Bat With The Bears, Writing The Bad News Bears, Scouting For The Big Leagues, Spring Training, Deleted Scenes With Optional Commentary By Director And Co Screenplay Writers, Outtakes With Optional Commentary By Director And Co Screenplay Writers, Theatrical Trailer
Technical Details
Region 2
Production Year: 1976
Main Language: English
Genre: Comedy
Certificate: 12 Suitable for Persons Aged 12 or Over
Directed by: Michael Ritchie
Release Date: 26-12-2005
