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Henry Alex Rubin and Dana Adam Shapiro's MURDERBALL is an inspiring documentary, which proves that physical limitations are no match for the human spirit. For the determined... More
Henry Alex Rubin and Dana Adam Shapiro's MURDERBALL is an inspiring documentary, which proves that physical limitations are no match for the human spirit. For the determined quadriplegic men who participate in the dangerous sport of "quad rugby," it's more than just a game: it's a chance to prove themselves in a much bigger way. With armored wheelchairs and enough macho energy to overcome any challenge, the players engage in a violently physical game. The charming but intimidating Mark Zupan was angry and suicidal after a car accident relegated him to a wheelchair. He regained his confidence and spirit by becoming both a player and the spokesman for quad rugby's Team USA. Zupan's militaresque rival, Joe Soares, is a former star for Team USA who headed north to coach Team Canada when he was cut from the US team in 2000. Concentrating on the buildup to the 2004 Paralympics in Athens, the film introduces other awe-striking figures--young men who have risen to the challenge of the game time and time again. A... Less
The ANACONDA series has always been a high point in campy horror. Fortunately, this third entry in the snake saga is no exception. David Hasselhoff joins the fray as Hammett, a renowned snake... More
The ANACONDA series has always been a high point in campy horror. Fortunately, this third entry in the snake saga is no exception. David Hasselhoff joins the fray as Hammett, a renowned snake slayer who's got quite a mess to clean up when two giant anacondas believed by the beautiful Dr. Amanda (Crystal Allen) to hold the cure for a terminal illness break free from their laboratory cages, wreak havoc on civilization and, worst of all, give birth to some equally vicious spawn. The usually cuddly John Rhys-Davies (RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, THE LORD OF THE RINGS) co-stars as Dr. Amanda's corrupt sponsor, the man responsible for all the madness. Less
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Key Information   
Stars - Crystal Allen, David Hasselhoff, John Rhys-Davies
Available Formats DVD, VHS DVD
Directors Dana Adam Shapiro, Henry Alex Rubin Don E. Fauntleroy
UPC 031398186854, 821575533607, 821575533652 043396244788
Genre Education/General Interest Action/Adventure
MPAA Rating R (MPAA) R (MPAA)
Release Date 2005 2008
Running Time 1hr 26min 1hr 31min
Languages   
Original Language English English
VHS Editions   
VHS Editions VHS1hr 26minThinkFilmNovember 29, 2005R (MPAA)821575533607 -
Credits   
Screenwriter Dana Adam Shapiro -
Professional Reviews   
Professional Reviews (04/01/2006, p.142, Kevin Maher): 5 stars out of 5 -- "It's full of dramatic moments and free from pious sermonising.", (07/08/2005, p.6E, Claudia Puig): "[With] an intriguing cast of characters, dramatic tension, accomplished cinematography, equal parts humor and pathos, and a spirited story of overcoming huge obstacles....MURDERBALL brilliantly captures the intensity of the little-known athletic competition.", (07/08/2005, p.E8, Stephen Holden): "[T]he ferocity of competition displayed in the film's full-body immersion in wheelchair rugby trumps any high-powered gamesmanship you'll find on reality television.", (07/15/2005, p.50-51, Lisa Schwarzbaum): "[T]he filmmaking is as strong as the subject matter, with an elegant structure.", (07/28/2005, p.92, Peter Travers): "It's original, outrageous and murderous fun.", (11/01/2005, p.70, Matthew Leyland): "MURDERBALL is rarely downbeat or maudlin. Chiming with the maudlin bravado of many of the players, a forthright, straight-talking tone predominates." -
 
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jankp
1902

Murderball: Million Dollar Baby's Antithesis?

byjankp Dec 2, 2005
63 Helpfuls 64 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros intriguing, touching, sometimes humorous documentary; no stereotypes!; dvd features
Cons no women players; jock movie; ending weak
Recommended it? Yes

The majority of movies involving disabled characters will play on the audience's need to sympathize with them for their tough, undeserved life with challenges. Some quite recent ones, like Million Dollar Baby and The Sea Inside, even glorify a disabled person's right to die for their life isn't... Read full review »

dramastef
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Find out why Quad Rugby is more appropriately known as Murderball

bydramastef Feb 10, 2006
51 Helpfuls 52 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Well done documentary. Period.
Cons Hard to watch at times.
Recommended it? Yes

This past weekend was a different kind of Movie Marathon weekend. This time, we decided to limit the genre, and we watched three documentaries, The God Who Wasn't There, Grizzly Man and this last one, which had been on my radar for quite some time: Murderball.

About three minutes into the... Read full review »

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Big Snakes Eating People

bycountess_eva Oct 31, 2011
30 Helpfuls 31 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Snakes eat people
Cons Nothing much. Just the plot, the characters, the special effects, the conclusion. . .
Recommended it? No

I was having a perambulate through Giant when I discovered this particular B-movie extravaganza shoved in the bargain bin outside the frozen peas section. The first two Anaconda movies were rather effective action thrillers with lots of snake feats and limited story value. They were fun and fast so... Read full review »

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