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| Release Date: |
May 27, 2005 (LA/NY) |
| On DVD: |
March 21, 2006 |
| Genre: |
Documentary |
| Running Time: |
93 minutes |
| MPAA Rating: |
Rated R for language. |
| Director: |
Christopher Browne |
| Writer: |
Christopher Browne |
| Cast: |
Wayne Webb, Pete Weber, Walter Ray Williams, Steve Miller, Chris Barnes |
Tracing the historical arc of the professional bowling tour, the film includes archival footage from the sport's glory days in the 1950s and '60s, through its near extinction in 1997. The story takes a twist when newly installed CEO Steve Miller sets about modernizing the PBA. In addition to Miller, the chronicle focuses on four pro bowlers: Pete Weber, bowling bad-boy and son of legendary bowler Dick Weber whose conservative style doesn't jibe with the Read more
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Movie Review
Grade: B-
An unexpectedly good movie, "A League of Ordinary Gentlemen" is about bowling. Yes, the movie is about bowling. I like to bowl, but as a leisurely activity. I do not see it as a sport, nor do I like to watch it on television.
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