The Longest Yard(1974)
Director:
Robert Aldrich
A sadistic warden asks a former pro quarterback, now serving time in his prison, to put together a team of inmates to take on (and get pummeled by) th...e guards. Show More
The Longest Yard
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In this 1974 classic film, The Longest Yard, a sadistic prison warden approaches a former professional quarterback, who is currently incarcerated, with a unique proposition. The warden offers him a chance for redemption by assembling a team of inmates to go up against the guards in a game of football.
As the quarterback reluctantly agrees to the challenge, he begins to recruit fellow prisoners who possess remarkable athletic abilities. Together, they form an unconventional team known as The Mean Machine. The team members come from different backgrounds and possess diverse skills, but they all share a burning desire for freedom and a chance to prove themselves.
As the game approaches, tensions rise both within the team and between the inmates and the guards. The prisoners face not only physical challenges on the field but also the psychological abuse inflicted by the sadistic warden and the corrupt guards. However, through their shared determination and camaraderie, the inmates find strength and unity, allowing them to face their oppressors head-on.
The Longest Yard is a thought-provoking and entertaining film that explores themes of hope, rebellion, and resilience. It showcases the power of teamwork, even in the face of insurmountable odds. With stellar performances and thrilling football sequences, this timeless sports drama will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
As the quarterback reluctantly agrees to the challenge, he begins to recruit fellow prisoners who possess remarkable athletic abilities. Together, they form an unconventional team known as The Mean Machine. The team members come from different backgrounds and possess diverse skills, but they all share a burning desire for freedom and a chance to prove themselves.
As the game approaches, tensions rise both within the team and between the inmates and the guards. The prisoners face not only physical challenges on the field but also the psychological abuse inflicted by the sadistic warden and the corrupt guards. However, through their shared determination and camaraderie, the inmates find strength and unity, allowing them to face their oppressors head-on.
The Longest Yard is a thought-provoking and entertaining film that explores themes of hope, rebellion, and resilience. It showcases the power of teamwork, even in the face of insurmountable odds. With stellar performances and thrilling football sequences, this timeless sports drama will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
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The Longest YardWriters:
Tracy Keenan Wynn, Albert S. RuddyAwards:
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