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Overall Rank: 18651
Average Rating: 2.4/4
# of Ratings: 5
Theatrical Release Date: 11/09/2010
Language: English
Genre: Documentary, Sport
MPAA Rating: NR
Director: Jonathan Hock
Actors: Marcus Dupree, Anthony Mackie, Barry Switzer, Mick Cornett, Fred Akers, Randy Vataha
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The Best That Could Have Been
Chris Kavan - wrote on 08/19/2012
An interesting look into the life of Marcus Dupree, a high school star with seemingly unlimited potential who had a rough college career, a short-lived USFL stint and an injury, which essentially ended his young career. This is not just about Dupree, but of a hype machine - recruitment, media and the like, which went out of control. You've got to feel for the guy - he may have not ended up where he wanted, but he made the most of what he had. There are a hundred stories like Dupree's every year - for everyone like Robert Griffin III or Andrew Luck, there are many more who wash out prematurely. It just so happens Dupree was a much bigger talent than most, which is why his story is both baffling and poignant.
Once again this 30 for 30 series impresses. I'm liking this series more and …
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