LeBron James stars in More Than a Game

June 29, 11:36 AMLA Asian American Movie ExaminerEd Moy

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LeBron James (center) with teammates from St. Vincent-St. Mary's High School in Akron, OH.  Photo courtesy of Lionsgate.

Although NBA superstar LeBron James didn't lead his Cleveland Cavaliers to the NBA Finals this past season, fans can watch the younger LeBron take his high school team to the championship series in an upcoming Lionsgate documentary film, More Than A Game, which tells the true story of five talented young basketball players, including James, and their remarkable journey from Akron, Ohio to the national high school championship series.

The film dirested by Kristopher Belman and produced by Harvey Mason Jr.  It is written by Brad Hogan and Belman; joining Mason and Belman in producing are Matthew Perniciaro and Kevin Mann.  The executive producers are Maverick Carter, LeBron James and Jimmy Iovine.  The announcement was made jointly by Jason Constantine, Lionsgate President of Acquisitions and Co-Productions, and Tom Ortenberg, Lionsgate President of Theatrical Films.

According to Lionsgate, the film will focus on the coming of age story about friendship and loyalty in the face of great adversity.  Coached by a charismatic but inexperienced player’s father, and led by future NBA superstar LeBron James, the “Fab Five’s” improbable nine-year journey leads them from a decrepit inner-city gym to the doorstep of a national high school championship.  Along the way, the close-knit team is repeatedly tested—both on and off the court—as James’ exploding worldwide celebrity threatens to destroy everything they’ve set out to achieve together.  The film combines a series of unforgettable one-on-one interviews with rare news footage, never-before-seen home videos, and personal family photographs to bring this heart-wrenching and wholly American story to life.

"More Than A Game is so much more than a documentary," stated Constantine and Ortenberg. "It's a film that appeals simultaneously to niche viewers and broad audiences. That's not an easy feat to pull off, but thanks to great filmmaking, a great story and a great cast, More Than A Game is a slam dunk."

The film will arrive in theaters October 2, in time for the start of the 2009-2010 NBA season.

For more info:  http://www.morethanagamemovie.com