This might be just another movie about peewee football to some folks, but it really is an A Plus film with a genuinely great story about team work, rivalry and family. They definitely don't make movies like this as much anymore, unless they have undertones of religion, or they're made specifically for a religion or it's followers. Little Giants is heartwarming, with a fairly good story that keeps you both entertained and caring at the same time. The story takes place in Urbana, Ohio and it spans form the 1960s to current day (1990s) and stars Rick Moranis and Ed O'Neill as the two O'Shea brothers who have had a lifetime rivalry. What brothers haven't?
It was good to see Ed O'Neill step out of his Married with Children role as Al Bundy to take on a role that was more demanding, and more suitable for children to watch. And by the mid 90s, this was probably one of Rick Moranis' best roles to date, and he would soon semi-retire for personal reasons. The two actors actually seemed like they could be brothers, so kudos to the casting agents and the director. John Madden, of football game even makes a cameo appearance to teach some kids about different NFL plays, while he learns some new plays himself.
The film is pure nostalgia for anyone that grew up when it was originally released, and to watch it now, just takes me back, as I hope it does for others too. It's a fun film, and though it might not have won any academy awards, it's a favorite of mine. And it's a film that I think each new generation will love, given the chance. And this year is the 30th anniversary, so give a little love to Little Giants.
It was good to see Ed O'Neill step out of his Married with Children role as Al Bundy to take on a role that was more demanding, and more suitable for children to watch. And by the mid 90s, this was probably one of Rick Moranis' best roles to date, and he would soon semi-retire for personal reasons. The two actors actually seemed like they could be brothers, so kudos to the casting agents and the director. John Madden, of football game even makes a cameo appearance to teach some kids about different NFL plays, while he learns some new plays himself.
The film is pure nostalgia for anyone that grew up when it was originally released, and to watch it now, just takes me back, as I hope it does for others too. It's a fun film, and though it might not have won any academy awards, it's a favorite of mine. And it's a film that I think each new generation will love, given the chance. And this year is the 30th anniversary, so give a little love to Little Giants.
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