The Longest Yard (1974)

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• Jeff "

  
  Decent enough sports film, The Longest Yard for me, has been s tad overhyped and its reputation slightly killed the tone of the film for me. The film is far better than the remake of course and it should be seen as one of the best sports films, but it's not one of my personal… More
  Decent enough sports film, The Longest Yard for me, has been s tad overhyped and its reputation slightly killed the tone of the film for me. The film is far better than the remake of course and it should be seen as one of the best sports films, but it's not one of my personal favorites. The acting is good, and the story is well constructed, but overall, I thought it was a decent film. However this film wasn't my cup of tea. The film boasts a good cast of talented actors, and this was made back in the day when Burt Reynolds was still able to make good films. The Longest Yard is an entertaining film. This film is not a film that has a comedic vibe like the remake, and that's what I like about it. Though I view this film as decent, I found good enough to be entertaining, and I did enjoy it. But the fact is, is that I felt that the film a bit too hyped up. I'm not saying that the film bad, but I'm just saying I expected something much better than this. Overall a decent sports drama with a good cast. The Longest Yard is one of those films that can easily disappoint a viewer because it has been hyped up too much. However despite this, The Longest Yard is an entertaining film that is memorable, and is a necessary viewing for sports fans. I enjoyed the film, but not as much as I'd might have if it wasn't for the hype. For me the hype killed the film. A worthwhile film to watch and an entertaining film despite the fact that it's not as great as what everyone claims it to be.

• Lafe F

  
  Burt Reynolds plays a football player who goes on a spree and is locked in jail and forced to play football. There are a few disturbing things, like the old gay snitch, the cell fire, the mean warden, and Burt without a moustache! There's a muddy hard labor scene. But it has… More
  Burt Reynolds plays a football player who goes on a spree and is locked in jail and forced to play football. There are a few disturbing things, like the old gay snitch, the cell fire, the mean warden, and Burt without a moustache! There's a muddy hard labor scene. But it has good football games in it. Mean Machines was better.

• Mister C

  
  The movie that cemented Burt Reynolds as a bonafide action superstar of the 70's

• xGary X

  
  Gritty and brutal sports-prison film hybrid that sees Burt Reynolds at his most watchable, sticking it ot the man via american football. It has shades of Aldrich's earlier The Dirty Dozen, and although formulaic and a little predictable, you can't help cheering for the cons… More
  Gritty and brutal sports-prison film hybrid that sees Burt Reynolds at his most watchable, sticking it ot the man via american football. It has shades of Aldrich's earlier The Dirty Dozen, and although formulaic and a little predictable, you can't help cheering for the cons in the final, brutal Rocky-like match.

• Joseph E

  
  Clasic!

• Wu C

  
  Lots of familiar supporting actors in this classic football film.

• Lee K

  
  The sequel with Sandler is better

• David S

  
  A great prison movie and a great sports film, all rolled into one. You haven't got to be a fan of American Football to appreciate the way the Mean Machines take the guards apart. This is probably Burt Reynolds best movie (except for maybe 'Boogie Nights') as he manages… More
  A great prison movie and a great sports film, all rolled into one. You haven't got to be a fan of American Football to appreciate the way the Mean Machines take the guards apart. This is probably Burt Reynolds best movie (except for maybe 'Boogie Nights') as he manages to show his funny side and his abaility as a dramatic actor. Another great ensemble film from the director of 'The Dirty Dozen' and 'Flight of the Phoenix'. Haven't seen either remake and don't want to. This will always be the best.

• Moe E

  
  Speaking of movies that didn't need a remake! Don't waste your time on the wannabe...

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