Remember the Titans (1:53) 2000

In 2000, after arriving at the Middle School to teach, it was my good fortune to chaperone the eighth grade class to the local theater to see Remember the Titans. Denzel Washington was the newly hired coach of a Virgina high school football team. This true story took place in 1971 and integration in the Southern States was just taking place. The football team had a difficult time accepting the members of the other race. The assistant coach was disappointed that he was passed over when the new coach was hired. Over time, the team begins to form friendships and close working relationships. As the team begins to win games, a few parents began to make problems for the coach. Besides the parental problems, the teams run into racism from other teams and the referees. In spite of overwhelming odds, the team posts winning a winning record and are headed to the state championships. Will they take home the title? I've seen this movie many times. I love the characters, the storyline and the soundtrack. I highly recommend this family movie containing the positive social themes of acceptance, tolerance, and determination.