Champions
Release date: 2018-04-06
Votes: 763
Genres: Comedy, Family, Drama
A disgraced basketball coach is given the chance to coach Los Amigos, a team of players who are intellectually disabled, and soon realizes they just might have what it takes to make it to the national championships.
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"Campeones": A Heart-Warming Spanish Gem That Scores Big You know those films that come out of nowhere and just knock your socks off? "Campeones" (Champions) is exactly that kind of delightful surprise. This 2018 Spanish comedy had me grinning from ear to ear throughout its entire runtime. The story follows Marco, played brilliantly by Javier Gutiérrez, a second-tier basketball coach with a chip on his shoulder and some clearly unresolved issues. After a meltdown where he shoves the head coach during a game, our hot-headed protagonist finds himself in hot water with the law. The judge's creative sentence? Three months coaching a basketball team of players with intellectual disabilities. What could have been a recipe for cheap laughs or condescending storytelling turns into something truly special, thanks to screenwriter David Marqués and director Javier Fesser's thoughtful approach. Their masterstroke was casting actual people with intellectual disabilities as the team members – none of whom had acted before. And wow, does it pay off! The authenticity they bring to their roles is impossible to fake, creating an ensemble that feels genuinely real and incredibly endearing. There's also a romantic subplot weaving through the main story, giving the film that rom-com feel without overwhelming the central narrative. But the real romance here is watching Marco's transformation from a self-centered hothead into someone who genuinely cares about his team and their development – both on and off the court. Gutiérrez deserves special mention for his performance. His character arc from jerk to mensch is beautifully nuanced, never feeling forced or sudden. He manages to make Marco's growth feel earned and authentic, which is no small feat. While there have been remakes of this film, do yourself a favor and watch the original. The magic created by this unique cast simply can't be replicated. It's the real deal – a warm, funny, and genuinely touching film that earns every laugh and tear honestly. Sometimes the best comedies are the ones that make you feel something while you're laughing. "Campeones" hits that sweet spot perfectly.
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