Great if you're a fan; otherwise a bit of a mess.
Let me start by saying I am a native Chicagoan and a life-long Cubs fan. If these two titles apply to you, then buy this film -- you won't be sorry!
But thinking how it might look to anyone else, I have to say, it's a bit of a jumble. The film is advertized as an examination of what it means to be a Cubs fan. We've seen this before: interviews with fans talking about tradition, loyalty, character, etc. And we get that here, and it's a bit better than most -- they they interviewed professional actors like Joe Mantegna and Bonnie Hunt, people who can speak coherently on-camera. Interestingly, they tried to tie Cub fans to the history of the city: the immigrants who flocked to Chicago to rebuild after the 1871 fire brought a work ethic and a can-do spirit that is reflected in the character of the city today, and in the nature of Cubs fandom. Well, maybe.
But as a result of this approach, parts of the film look like a travel promotion for the city. And while...
Already A Believer.
Part history of the city of Chicago Part history of the Cubs. Part overview of the 2008 season. All in all a very good film ......for Cubs fans. I don't think it will mean much to the uninitiated hence limiting the audience. However that being said, it was a good shot in the arm for the off season. Go Cubs Go!
Cubbies Fan Forever
Great Documentary about Cubs and their fans everywhere-whether you get to attend once a year or every game, you will love it!
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