Invincible (DVD, 2006, Widescreen)

Invincible

Invincible is great, it's well acted and is an incredible true-story. Mark Wahlberg is great as Vince Papali and Greg Kinnear is superb as Coach Dick Vermeil.

The movie itself is awesome. The movie not only features great football action, but also a look inside the life of an average Philadelphian circa 1976. I not only enjoyed every aspect of this movie. The fact that it's based on a true story makes it that much better.

Walt Disney makes the best sports movies, and this film is no exception.

Final Verdict:

5/5

Rent or Buy?: Sports or Football fan? This film is a must own. Just another great football movie to add to the collection.

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You don't have to have grown up in Philly as a die-hard Eagles fan to like this movie, Invincible brings a lot of heart warming memories to the screen. There were several moments during the movie that I welled up with tears and goose bumps.

Invincible should be an inspiration to all of us that aspire to "higher ground" in our lifetimes. I do not mean the aspiration for material wealth but true spiritual wealth that is within all of us.

I strongly recommend that all parents their children watch this movie. The message they will take away is to "never give up" on yoursef. Regardless of what other people may think of you; your life circumstances; your education level; if you have a goal and most importantly are willing to work dilgently towards that goal, then you can succeed. Even if you don't achieve your goal exactly as you envisioned it, the "journey" will be remembered for a lifetime.

The movie portrayed that even though you have self-doubts, setbacks, tough mental and physical challenges; you can overcome them with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. In addition it demostrated the power of the love and support from "true" family and friends who truly care for your well-being.

Invincible is a winner! It is well acted by Mark Walhberg and Greg Kinnear with a strong supporting cast. The direction is tight and the movie moves along at a good pace. The football action scenes are well done, particularly the Eagles-Giants game segment. Like any biographical movie, their are some dramatic liberties taken with the storyline. But the amount of dramatic license is minimal and certainly does not take away from the strong inspirational message that Invincible delivers to the audience. It is not Friday Night Lights or Any Given Sunday where every tackle is a diving bone crushing highlite reel hit. The action is good and there is alot of none football events in the movie, you don't have to be a football fan to love this one.

Do yourself and your family a favor. Take them to see Invincible - a powerful, inspiring movie that will stay within their hearts and memories for a long time after the end credits have rolled.

This was a wonderful movie. I have always been a huge Mark Wahlberg fan and he didn't disappoint in this movie at all. The story was about an underdog who goes good and it was portrayed perfectly. I am a Browns fan I and I loved this Eagles movies. It's a movie about what is so awesome about football. It's every boy's and man's dream to have someday played in the NFL and to find out that someone actually did it like this is unbelievable but true! I give it 2 thumbs up so go check it out! - gene

I am a tough movie critic as I am a very cynical person. However, this movie was fantastic. Great characterizaion and a great script. At first, prior to seeing this movie I was skeptical that it would be another cheesy, football feel good flick. I was pleasantly surprised with this story line and its origional scenarios. There was a bit of predictability in the movie but I was able to easily enjoy the movie despite. A great feel good movie and a breath of fresh air from all the negative, over-the-top hollywood flicks right now. Perfect for a movie collection as it is great for a wide range of movie watchers....children to adult.

Enjoy!

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I am not a huge NFL fan. However, I did rent and enjoy this movie. I found it interesting.

I found the look inside football, training camp, and mid-1970's Phili really cool. It was interesting to see a local boy bring back hope to an area that is being economically destroyed.

The football is great. The look inside the underdog and the rookie coach as they both grow and learn was incredible. Wahlberg was believable as a rookie football player.

My only complaint about the intire move, and why I didn't give it 5/5, was the tacked on love story. :( I found it slightly annoying.

Otherwise it is great football fun!
4/5

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I really liked this movie. I expected it to be corny but it was sweet and fun. I learned a lot and greatly respect this football player. Mark Wahlberg seemed shirt for the part and one scene was bad acting but overall he did a good job. I would rent and even buy this movie. Fun morally good story.

This is the story of of an everyday, hardworking, guy who cant seem to get ahead in life no matter how hard he tries. After being laid off from his job, his wife leaves him saying that he will never amount to anything as the bills pile up around him. Playing football with his fellow aging buddies seems to be the only thing in life that provides him a little time to escape. Coincidentally, in and unprecedented move the Philadelphia Eagles announce that they will be holding open tryouts for the team. Seeing that his primary direction in life has been thrown off course, his friends talk him into going against all odds and to chase his biggest dream-playing football.

My husband and I loved this movie! This is a true underdog-coming out on top story to inspire you. I bought this movie for my football crazy husband for Christmas but found that I enjoyed it as much as he did. In addition, I do not remember a single foul word in the movie. Therefore I believe that it will not only be safe but enjoyable for the entire family.

This is a really great family movie. I can highly recommend it to anyone and everyone. Wish these reviews didn't require so many words.

This is an excellent movie. If you've ever had anyone in your family who played sports you will truely appreciate this one.

I loved this movie because it was about a real person, not something made up in
Hollywood.
I bought this movie because it is about a real person overcoming tremendous odds,
to become a successful professional football player.

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Disney keeps cranking out these fact-based inspiring sports movies, throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks. Now and then, something does. "Invincible" does. It's a lean, efficient, classy film, uplifting without being schmaltzy. It clearly was made by people who didn't just want to churn out another football story; they wanted to make a good movie.
The ads tout it as being "from the producers of 'The Rookie,'" but you'd probably have made the connection anyway. Both stories are about schoolteachers who take a once-in-a-lifetime chance to try out for a professional sports team. It was baseball in "The Rookie," and in "Invincible," it is that burliest, manliest of sports, football.

The film is set in Philadelphia (a burly, manly town) in 1976 (a burly, manly era -- just check out those mustaches). The economy is lousy, and so are the Philadelphia Eagles. Both factors are depressing to the men of South Philly, among them a just-fired, just-divorced man named Vince Papale (Mark Wahlberg). His buddy Max (Michael Rispoli) owns the neighborhood bar and lets Vince work a few hours there to stay afloat, serving drinks to and commiserating with his pals.

The Eagles' new coach, Dick Vermeil (Greg Kinnear), a fresh-faced maverick from UCLA, sets up open tryouts as a publicity stunt. He doubts seriously that he'll find any worthwhile players by throwing open the gates to the local wannabes and former high school heroes, but at least it will get people excited about the Eagles again. Besides, who knows? Maybe there's a star out there, just waiting to be found.

Vince Papale is that star, convinced by his buddies, with whom he plays vacant-lot football some evenings, that he's a natural. If you are a football fan, perhaps you already know the name of Vince Papale, which means you already know what happens when he goes to those tryouts.

Of all the underdog-sports films in existence, this is one of the few to successfully re-create the spirit of "Rocky" (which I consider the gold standard), and not just because they're both set in Philadelphia in the mid-'70s. First-time writer Brad Gann and first-time director Ericson Core capture the moodiness of Vince's unemployment, the general low morale among his friends, the sheer loneliness, even with a team sport, of working out, training and preparing. There are even scenes of Vince jogging through Philadelphia, during which it is impossible not to think of the Italian Stallion.

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We saw this in the theater and bought it to watch again when it came out on DVD. This is an bartender/sub teacher who decided to try out for a football team. He actually makes it. This is a true story. I loved it. It's a nice movie, and has a good ending. If you're looking for nudity, blood, guts, and lots of swearing---this isn't the movie for you. It's a movie the kids can watch.

In a time of remakes and nestalgic sports movies, this was a very pleasant surprise. When I first sat down to watch this movie I expected the same thing we are used to from these movies, a weak story loosely held together by great sports action guaranteed to win over any sports fan of the particular genre. What I got was a truly insparational story (which we knew it was) that focuses on the personal life of the athlete and the city around him rather then the game of football. It was nice to be reminded what it means to be a true legend.

Invincible is the powerful and charming story of an ordinary fan turned profession athlete with the Philidelphia Eagles. Mark Whahlberg can do no wrong, especially in this role cast as Vince Papale. This is a movie of hard work, sarcifice, and struggle, but it doesn't dwell on those things. This movie is about how increadible things can happen to anyone with a dream and a little luck. You don't have to be a football fan to appriciate this movie, it's great for any audience. There's even enough romance to watch this on your next date.

It's a great movie even if you aren't a Philadelphia Eagles fan. This DVD was in new condition. Any Mark Wahlberg fan will see him in a very different type roll.

Inspiration, football, even a little romance this movie has it all. Based on a true story this is a real never give up story. You will identify with the character and his troubles. A must see for every sport fan.

Love it!!! fast delivery and great shape. would buy again. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good fast shipping, case was slightly cracked (DVD intact) - Most likely a Shipping error not Seller.
Over all Good Transaction!

Invincible is a great movie about a real football player's life. I especially liked seeing the real person himself on the Extra Features. This a good family film, but I would not suggest it for very young children due to adult matters that happen through out the film. Good movie!!

I saw the movie and had to buy it. It is a great family movie whether you are a sports fan or not. All ages will enjoy it.

If you like true stories this is a must have movie. I have watched it over and over and can't get enough of it. I recommend this movie for everyone. If you get a chance to get it DON'T HESITATE GET IT!

love mark wahlberg!!! the guy is a great actor!!! i see every movie that he does the guy him self is invincible!!! He went from a troubled kid who listened to his brother and took off as a great actor!

Wallberg is superb in this true story. Being an Eagles fan makes me appreciate the story and the locations in and around Philadelphia.