SnoReptilePlenty Memorable, crazy movie

Siflutter It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.

Robert Joyner The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

Nayan Gough A great movie, one of the best of this year. There was a bit of confusion at one point in the plot, but nothing serious.

deish-seeds Love & Basketball directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, released in 2000 by 40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks, is a romance film that follows the love story of Monica Wright (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy McCall (Omar Epps) and offers and emotional and sensual experience. Throughout the film, you feel the reality and intensity as a viewer. Although this film does not fit the usual fast-paced action, excitement, and adventure stereotype of this analytical approach, it can still be used because you can feel the intensity of Monica and Quincy's love throughout the whole movie. The diegesis of the film seems like a reality, and makes you forget that you're watching a film.One question raised by this analytical approach is "How powerful or intense is the film as an emotional or sensual experience?" The answer is very powerful. This film follows Monica and Quincy from the time they are 11 until they eventually get married. The ups and downs of their relationship, such as their first time "doing it" or when Monica suspected Quincy of cheating, are shown throughout the film. At any point in the film, you can feel the emotions of any actor as if it was happening to you. The film seems like a reality while you're watching it.Another two questions raised are "Where in the film are we completely wrapped up and involved in it's reality? Where is the film weakest in emotional and sensual intensity?" One example of when we are completely wrapped up in it's reality is during the first game we see Monica playing during her high school career. You feel the intensity as the clock is ticking. You can hear Monica talking to herself in her head. You see what she sees. One example of where the film is weakest in intensity is while they're at the dance. Since Monica isn't too fond of her date, you don't really get any emotional intensity.The final question raised is "What role does each of the film elements play in creating a hard-hitting emotional and sensual response?" There are many shot reverse shots in this film. They add to the hard-hitting emotional and sensual response by showing each actor's emotions. The fact that you can see how each actor reacts to other actors increases the emotional and sensual response that each viewer gets. In conclusion, Love & Basketball, is a film that delivers both an emotional and sensual experience. Each part of the film adds something else to it. Watching this film engulfs you in the whole diegesis. Its a film that you WON'T get tired of watching. I would definitely recommend that EVERYONE watch it. :)

crawmer-102 In 1981, Monica moves in next door to Quincy. They are both 11 years old and both have a passion for basketball. Quincy wants to just like his father that played in the NBA. They develop a love – hate relationship throughout school. They are consistently being completive however when Quincy's parents argue, Monica is the first to let him so he can sleep on the floor. They finally realize at the end of their high school career they really have feelings for each other and become a couple. They both sign with the college of USC and continue to date throughout college until, Quincy's relationship with his father takes a turn for the worse and cost the relationship to end as well. After college, Monica goes over seas to play WNBA basketball; she doesn't stay there long because she has such strong feelings for Quincy. Monica comes home to find that Quincy is about to get married; so she offers him a game one on one for his heart. He agrees and they end up falling in love again and continue their life together. Again a favorite quote of mine "nothin' but net", meaning they made their life together just as three point shot with only four seconds left in the game. Monica only had one day to get Quincy's heart back and she succeeded just like all the basketball games she won. Nothing BUT NET! The theme of this movie is Love and Basketball. I believe it is through tough love they develop a relationship and both develop a passion for basketball. The actors of the movie are starring: Sanaa Lathan, Omar Epps, Alfre Woodard, Dennis Haysbert, Debbi Morgan, Harry J. Lennix, Gabrielle Union, Kyla Pratt (Monica), Glenndon Chatman (Quincy), Monica Calhoun (Lena Wright), Tyra Banks (Karen). The writer and director of the movie is Gina Prince. Monica is the young girl who moves by Quincy in the beginning of the movie and develops a relationship with also a main character throughout the entire movie. Quincy is the young boy who begins a relationship with Monica; Quincy is a main character throughout the entire movie. They are the important characters of the movie however Monica's Dad and Mom are in a couple of scenes and Quincy's parents as well.

HunnyBUNCHES I must say that when this movie first came out nine years ago and I was only seven years old I truly did not see what an amazing film this was.Until last weekend when I watched it on t.v. It felt like I had never seen this movie before.I guess it's been so long.lol.Well for those who haven't seen it,here's pretty much a little summary.*First Quarter-The story starts off with eleven yr. old Monica and her family moving to LA. Monica sees boys around her age playing basketball and she asks to join them.They say yes without knowing that she's a girl.When they find out they are amused because the think girls can't play basketball.But they are shocked to see that Monica's really good at it particularly Quincy,Monica's next door neighbor.The two start off hating each other then eventually become boyfriend-girlfriend and share their first kiss but the relationship doesn't last long.*In the second quarter it takes you through their high school years.Where both are on the basketball team.Monica shows anger problems and is known as a tomboy.Whereas Q is the best player on the team and really popular with the ladies. The two are friends but you can tell they have feelings for each other.Especially when Monica shows up at the Spring Dance dressed up really pretty and with a hot date.While each are dancing with their dates the can't help but to stare at each other the whole time.After the dance the two talk outside Monica's window and find out that she's been accepted to USC,the same college Q's going to. They kiss which leads to them making love.*Third quarter they're in college.Quincy of course has it easy.While Monica's always getting grilled by her coach.But she eventually earns a spot.Q finds out about his daddy cheating on his Mom and goes to Monica for comfort.Monica can't talk to him for long though because she has curfew. Q feels like she's not being there for him and breaks up with her.Oh and Q decides to drop out of school and go to the NBA.*Fourth and final quarter. Which is five years later.Q's in the NBA.Monica's in some foreign country playing basketball,but feels as if something's missing and finds it not as fun.Q hurts his knee,so Monica visits him in the hospital and finds out that he's getting married in two weeks.Later that day Q goes to see Monica and asks her why she gave up basketball.To where she replies that it's not fun anymore and Q agrees.Monica has a talk with her mother to which her mom gives her some advice. Later that night Monica goes to tell Q that she's loved him since she was eleven years old and says she'll play him for his 'heart'.If Monica wins he calls of the wedding if he wins she'll buy him a wedding present. Q wins leaving Monica devastated.As she's walking away,Q says "double or nothing".The two unite,kiss,hug,and cry.At the end, it fastfowards a few years ahead.Monica's finally made it to the WNBA about to play a game.In the audience Quincy's there supporting her with their baby daughter.Sweet I know Everything about this movie is awesome. I can watch it over and over and never get tired of it. Literally I cry every time.

queen_e_91 This film was EXCELLENT !!!!!!!!!! I can't say a bad thing about it. It is one of my favourite films ever ! I have watched this film over and over again and I never get bored of it. These are the types of film that we need more of. The moral of the film was good. Even though it was a romantic film , it mixed the concept of basketball and romance together very well. I don't think any other actors could have played the characters as well as they did. That is why I couldn't do anything other than to give it a 10/10. And I am not a very easily pleased person. My favourite scene sex scene. I know that applys to many other people ( Don't worry I see you blushing)