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Overall Rank: 7512
Average Rating: 3.2/4
# of Ratings: 3
Theatrical Release Date: 03/10/2010
Language: English
Genre: Documentary
MPAA Rating: NR
Director: Ezra Edelman
Actors: Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Steve Springer, Charles Barkley, Pat Riley, Bryant Gumbel
Plot: An HBO Documentary about the rivalry and friendship of Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. -- Gabe
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Gabe - wrote on 04/30/2015
A very revealing look at the two NBA stars. They started out as rivals in 1979 and ended up as great friends. A must-see for any NBA fan.
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Daniel Corleone - wrote on 05/20/2015
Definitely part of my collection since I was inspired by Larry Bird to play basketball. The Celtics and Lakers were very huge back in the 80's. Stern said it himself that if it weren't for the legendary battles and popularity of Magic and Bird then it wouldn't have been popular in the 90's and beyond. People wanted to see 2 6'9" rivals do everything on the basketball court. Both can score, rebound, pass and dribble with the best. They commanded leadership with polarizing personalities. Bird the shy but trash talking leaders of the Celtics while Magic was ShowTime who always smiled, gave high fives and creating fast breaks. It is unusual that two very competitive and unique individuals (Bird born poor and used to be a farmer/garbage man while Magic born with the silver spoon) can …
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