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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:film
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| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:NAACP_Image_Award_for_Outstanding_Motion_Picture
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| gptkbp:box_office |
$27.5 million
27 million USD |
| gptkbp:budget |
20 million USD
$20 million |
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Quincy_Mc_Call
gptkb:Monica_Wright |
| gptkbp:character_development |
explores relationships
focuses on personal growth highlights ambition |
| gptkbp:cinematography_by |
gptkb:Masanobu_Takayanagi
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| gptkbp:critical_reception |
generally positive
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influential in sports and romance films
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
depicts African American culture
addresses gender equality in sports celebrates basketball as a sport |
| gptkbp:directed_by |
gptkb:Gina_Prince-Bythewood
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| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
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| gptkbp:edited_by |
gptkb:Terilyn_A._Shropshire
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| gptkbp:features |
basketball as a central theme
a love story intertwined with sports |
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:California
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| gptkbp:follows |
the story of two childhood friends
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| gptkbp:genre |
romantic drama
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| gptkbp:has |
a cult following
a significant cultural impact a significant fanbase strong female lead a memorable soundtrack a strong emotional core themes of love and ambition inspired discussions about gender roles |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Love and Basketball
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| gptkbp:influenced |
subsequent romantic sports films
future romantic sports films |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
basketball culture
romantic comedies coming-of-age stories sports dramas |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Gina Prince-Bythewood's own experiences
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| gptkbp:is |
considered a classic
often quoted often referenced in popular culture a coming-of-age story a film that has been analyzed in academic settings a film that addresses social issues a film that has been adapted into other media a film that explores personal growth a film that has received awards and nominations celebrated for its authenticity a film that blends romance and sports a film that features a unique narrative structure a film that highlights the importance of dreams a film that resonates with audiences of all ages a film that showcases basketball culture an influential film in the genre recognized for its portrayal of women in sports set in the 1980s and 1990s |
| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:legacy |
cult following
considered a classic in its genre inspired discussions on sports and relationships |
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:Teddy_Riley
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| gptkbp:notable_quote |
' I love you, but I love basketball more.'
' It's just a game.' ' You want to play me?' |
| gptkbp:plot |
A story about two childhood friends who fall in love while pursuing their basketball dreams.
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| gptkbp:premiere |
gptkb:Sundance_Film_Festival
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| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:Sundance_Film_Festival
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| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Spike_Lee
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| gptkbp:received |
positive reviews
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| gptkbp:release_date |
April 21, 2000
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| gptkbp:released |
gptkb:2000
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| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:2000
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| gptkbp:released_on |
April 21, 2000
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| gptkbp:runtime |
124 minutes
|
| gptkbp:screenplay_by |
gptkb:Gina_Prince-Bythewood
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Los_Angeles
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| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:college
gptkb:high_school professional basketball |
| gptkbp:soundtrack |
features R& B and hip-hop artists
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| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Omar_Epps
gptkb:Sanaa_Lathan |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:competition
gptkb:friendship love gender roles |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Isaiah_Washington
gptkb:Monica_Wright |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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