Sports Films
This is a compilation of films in the genre covering sports activities. Sports movies have been made since the era of silent films, such as the 1915 film The Champion starring Charlie Chaplin. Films in this genre can range from serious (Raging Bull) to silly (Horse Feathers). A classic theme for sports films is the triumph of an individual or team who prevail despite the difficulties. Men often identify with sports films in ways they wouldn't with other genres, such as spy films.
Read more about Sports Films: American Football, Arm Wrestling, Athletics (track and Field), Australian Rules Football, Auto Racing, Aviation Sport, Baseball, Basketball, Bobsledding, Bowling, Bowls, Boxing, Caving, Cheerleading, Cricket, Cue Sports, Curling, Cycling, Dodgeball, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Fishing, Football (Soccer), Golf, Greyhound Racing, Gymnastics, Handball, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Jousting, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Motor Sports, Multiple Sports, Multisport Games, Powerboat Racing, Rodeo, Rollerblading, Roller Skating, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Practical Shooting, Skateboarding, Skiing, Ski Jumping, Skin Diving, Snowboarding, Ssireum, Sumo Wrestling, Surfing, Swimming & Diving, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Water Polo, Wrestling
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—Gayle Gardner, U.S. sports reporter. As quoted in Sports Illustrated, p. 85 (June 17, 1991)
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