Viewed in
2010
Formats
HD TV
Premise
Part of ESPN's 30 for 30 series, a documentary about the 2004 Boston Red Sox's ridiculous 0-3 comeback against the New York Yankees.
Loved
The footage, the re-living of the moment.
Thoughts
It is no secret that I no longer care about baseball, and I believe it's social impact will diminish as the older generation goes away. Having said that, this series was truly compelling, and the documentarians did a good job of reliving that moment.
The odds, the history, the rivalry, the stakes, and the entire situation were stranger than fiction. And the film makers simply let the players and the vast, diverse footage tell the story linearly. It was very effective, and I enjoyed feeling those emotions and tensions once again. Some of the best shots were of the fans in the moment. I could not imagine what turmoil and jubilation went on in the hearts and minds.
Those incredible four days were transcendent, regardless what sport you follow. As long as you are not a Yankees fan, this should be a fun stroll down memory lane, as well as chance to experience what few fans truly did = witnessing the improbable.
What I would change
Nothing.
Personal
I honestly feel that series was the last compelling moment for the sport as a major part of America. Wake me up when the Cubs reach the World Series.
