If you missed "McFarland, USA" when it premiered to film audiences, you're not alone. Kevin Costner seems more known for sports movies like "Bull Durham" and "Field of Dreams," but McFarland has a claim to being Costner's best sports movie in nearly three decades. Authors Jeff & Catherine Pearlman return to Big Screen Sports to discuss the true story behind the film, realism of the cross country scenes, and an all-time big chill moment.
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