This is a sports documentary that explores what happens to some athletes after the glory days are over an they find themselves in financial hardship.
Broke was featured at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival and was directed by Billy Corben. They explore the road to riches that many athletes enjoy and for some... the steep decline to bankruptcy. This film covers in depth the dark side of success.
Players like Andre Rison, Bernie, Kosar, and Cliff Floyd are interviewed and talks about the pressures and mistakes they made during their playing years. Watching this has a lesson for everyone. You think that money will make you happy and solve all of your problems? Think again. Broke is a lesson for all of us... Its not about how much you have... Its about what you do with whatever you have.
Pros
1. This film balances empathy for the athletes and the hubris that get them into to trouble.
2. There are big name stars in this film... not just B rate players.
Cons
1. You may not feel sorry for these guys since they made mistakes along the way and they were super rich.
S.F. Guru
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