Semi-Pro: Living or Dead?

About Semi-Pro

Semi-Pro, the 2008 sports comedy film directed by Kent Alterman, stars Will Ferrell as Jackie Moon, the owner, coach, and player of the Flint Tropics, a struggling American Basketball Association team in the 1970s. The film follows Moon's attempts to save the team from folding by leading them to fourth place in the league and earning a spot in the NBA.

While Semi-Pro received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Ferrell's performance and the film's humor, others criticized its lack of originality and reliance on clichés. However, the film's soundtrack, featuring classic funk and soul tracks from the era, was widely praised.

Despite its flaws, Semi-Pro remains a cult favorite among Ferrell fans and basketball enthusiasts alike. Its depiction of the wild and colorful world of the ABA, with its flamboyant players and outrageous promotions, captures the spirit of the era and serves as a nostalgic tribute to a bygone era of basketball.

References:

- "Semi-Pro (2008)" Rotten Tomatoes, https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/semi_pro

- "Semi-Pro: The Soundtrack" AllMusic, https://www.allmusic.com/album/semi-pro-the-soundtrack-mw0000498699