The movie stars Samuel L. Jackson, who gives a strong (and standard) Samuel L. performance with typical Samuel L. rage, tone and delivery. I had reservations about the overall quality of the movie prior to watching and the ads I remember when it was in theatres didn't leave much of an impression on me, however I was very happy with the overall moral of the story and the directors ability to reach out to the viewers and connect. Some reviews said Mr. Jackson gave his best performance ever. I'm not convinced it was his best, but it at least deserves to be in the conversation.This is the type of movie that can inspire kids to go to college, or just as easily get you to go home, type up that resume, and apply for a better job. You don't need to be a fan of the game to appreciate this tale of troubled youths being pushed to succeed and treat themselves with respect; all you have to be is human. A definite must see if you enjoy motivating movies involving life lessons. A very cool movie based on true life.
The movie also offers one of the best and most inspiring quotes I have heard in a long time, which fits in the theme of the movie and answers a deeply profound question Coach Carter offers to one of his trouble youth: "What is your deepest fear?"
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?' Your playing small doesn't serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. It is not just in some of us, it is in everyone, and as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others."
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