The Legend of a Professional

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NBA - Larry Bird, A Basketball Legend (25th Anniversary Edition)

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Larry Bird, A Basketball Legend
Bird Bird Bird....Bird is the Word
Great bio & collection of games
Perfect for the Bird Fan!

NBA - Larry Bird, A Basketball Legend (25th Anniversary Edition)
Starring: Boston Celtics
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
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437:00 Mins
The complete DVD guide to Bird watching.
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Larry Bird.
Chronicles one of sport's greatest heroes.
Includes his 3 greatest game performances.

ASIN: B0002V7U1Y
Release Date: 2004-11-02

Product Description

The complete DVD guide to Bird watching. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Larry Bird stepping foot on the parquet floors of Boston Garden with this 2-disc special edition DVD set that chronicles the "Cinderella" journey of one of sport's greatest heroes. Amazing bonus features include Larry Bird's top 3 greatest game performances in their entirety. Reference ID:TC01-DVD-0969

Customer Reviews:

The Basketball 'Jesus'.......2007-05-20

My father bought the original release of this DVD on video tape. It was one of my first basketball experiences, so I decided to grab the anniversary edition. Its still a great documentary going through Bird's career and it had the added bonus of 3 of Bird's greatest games. Worth every dollar!

Larry Bird, A Basketball Legend.......2007-05-08

This is a great set. Not only did I get a great biographical account of Larry Bird's life and career, but I was able to see some of his greatest games as well.

Bird Bird Bird....Bird is the Word.......2006-11-10

Goes without saying, but if you barely tolerated Larry Bird on the court you certainly aren't the target audience for this retrospective of the career of this famous Celtic. Great compilation of his career, including game footage of the perfect length.

Great bio & collection of games.......2006-11-05

This is a compelling video detailing the life and career of the incomparable Larry Bird. His exemplary work ethic, competetive fire and ultimate teamship are well, if not amply, covered in both the bio and the bonus games. I have given a number as gifts to friends and family, including to a number of my granchildren involved in competetive athletics. Universal kudos from this group.

Perfect for the Bird Fan!.......2006-07-26

I've been a great fan of the NBA for a number of years and I guess this period in time, the 1980s, will always hold a special place in my heart as it was during this time that I first got introduced to and hooked on the sport. I became acquainted with the NBA when one of its more storied rivalries was in full bloom i.e. the Magic vrs Bird era.

I really liked the way both the Lakers and the Celtics played ball but I especially liked the way Bird led his team. Here was a guy who was not even remotely close to having the athleticism of most of the players on the court and yet didn't need it because he could always invent his shot to fit the situation; he was the ultimate thinking-man's player. Later on, I became very impressed by his work ethic and how badly he wanted to win every game which showed whenever he played.

These 2 dvds showcase all these qualities very well and although the picture quality isn't quite what you'd expect from a dvd in some spots, the reason is because they were taken from slightly deteriorated master tape sources. Still, what makes this a great set to get is the second disc that contains 3 of Bird's best games.

His 60-point game to break the all-time single game points total for a Celtic against the Hawks and this fifty-plus effort against the Blazers who actually reached the NBA Finals that year losing to the Jordan-led Bulls are my favourites. Overall, this is a great dvd collection to get if you want to remember the great Bird.

Recommended.

NHL - Mark Messier - Leader Champion & Legend (Collector's Edition)

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BUY IT, WATCH IT, LIVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Release Date: Jan. 10th, 2006
Whoa whoa whoa....you must not follow hockey
One of the Immortals of the Game
A Welcome Bonus

NHL - Mark Messier - Leader Champion & Legend (Collector's Edition)
Starring: Mark Messier
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
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94:00 Mins
This special video program chronicles his life.
Features scenes from his Stanley Cup victories.
Includes exclusive stories about Messier's career.
Includes bonus footage and interviews.

ASIN: B0002WZRUE
Release Date: 2006-01-10

Product Description

From his childhood in Alberta to his current role as one of the leaders and top players for the New York Rangers, Mark Messier's life is chronicled in this special video program featuring exciting game footage, scenes from Messier's Stanley Cup victories, and much more. DVD release includes exclusive stories about Messier's career from friends and bonus footage and interviews. Reference ID:TC01-DVD-0971

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Hockey great Mark Messier is profiled in this DVD that documents his career from childhood hockey leagues in his native Canada to NHL superstardom in New York City. Messier first achieved stardom as a member of the Edmonton Oilers' dynasty of the 1980s, which won three Stanley Cups in four years. But he rose to his greatest fame, and escaped from the shadow of Wayne Gretzky, when he arrived with great fanfare in the Big Apple and sought to lead the downtrodden Rangers to the Stanley Cup, a seemingly impossible goal. Mark Messier: Leader, Champion & Legend shows vividly how Messier initially faced some rocky times after arriving in Madison Square Garden before the Rangers finally won the biggest prize in hockey after a 54-year drought. Family members, former teammates (including, of course, Gretzky), and even the coach from his childhood bantam league team appear to talk about Messier's love of the game and his astounding desire to win. The action footage is often spectacular, and there is an appropriate amount of atmospheric material, including scenes of wild-eyed Ranger fans going insane as they extol the virtues of Messier. --Robert J. McNamara

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BUY IT, WATCH IT, LIVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2006-01-14

This DVD is one of the best sports profiles I have ever seen. For one it details the life of arguably one of the greatest athletes in the history of professional sports. Even if you know the life of Messier and feel you don't the DVD, trust me you do. The DVD begins with a combination of short video clips of Messier with someone reading the poem "If" by Rudyard Kipling. I use that part as a football coach to motivate my players in Mississippi. Even though none of them know anything about hockey, they could run through a brick wall. This Movie is must for any sports fan. If you are a Messier fan and don't have it get it today. Because if you watch it everyday until the day you die, it won't be enough!

Release Date: Jan. 10th, 2006.......2006-01-04

I couldn't believe that it said it would be released in 2010, but the Warner Bros. website says that it's released on the tenth of January. No extra games which is really what I buy most sport DVD's for, so I might wait for them to release one with games, like they are doing with the Gretzky DVD.

Whoa whoa whoa....you must not follow hockey.......2005-09-13

I was going to abstain from commenting, but then I saw the LUDICROUS statement above, reading:

"Anyone notice how bad his teams got whenever Wayne Gretzky wasn't his teammate any longer? like me recognized how overrated he was even when he was with the Oilers. He thought he was old school, when he was just old."

1. He led the Oilers to a Cup, OVER Gretzky's Kings in the playoffs, and WITHOUT Gretzky in the Finals.
2. He led the Rangers to a Cup in 1994, WITHOUT Gretzky.
3. The guy scored nearly 20 goals and 50-60 points a season PAST the age of 40. You have to be a complete imbecile or complete hockey novice not to recognize how great that is.

Enough said. Must be another disgruntled Flyers fan. Time to go watch my Lightning Cup DVD while I anxiously await this release.

One of the Immortals of the Game.......2005-09-03

The only man to wear the captain "C" for two different Stanley Cup winning franchises, Mark Messier is without doubt an immortal of the NHL and easily one of the Top 10 players to ever lace-up skates. His on-ice accomplishments -- 6 Stanley Cups, 2 Hart Trophies, second only to Gretzky in regular season and playoff points -- coupled with his legendary leadership and hard-nosed style illustrate the very special player that the unheralded Messier ultimately became. Messier is a throwback to the "old-school" of hockey players, combinating the vicious streak of Gordie Howe, the wicked slapshot of Bobby Hull and the fiery stare of Rocket Richard into one mean package. Sadly, the underperformance of Messier's teams over much of the last decade -- as well as his advancing years -- haven't showcased his greatness to newer fans. This updating of the 1997 VHS release with additional footage and features will allow old fans like me to relive Messier's glory years and exhibit his greatness to younger fans. (Reviewer's Bias: I grew-up in Edmonton and was blessed with the chance to watch the hometown-boy-made-good Messier on a nightly basis for a dozen years. That said, a lot of other folks seem to think Messier is pretty special, so I don't think my judgement is clouded THAT badly. [*grin*])

A Welcome Bonus.......2005-07-14

Messier is the greatest player in the NHL. That isn't to say that he's the best but no one has the resume that he does. As for Messier not being anything after he was no longer paired with Gretzky, that's why his teams have more wins and better records overall? His two Stanley Cups (Gretzky never won one without Messier on his team)? Two Hart Trophies (None after 1988 for Gretzky)? No matter how badly his teams played over the past seven seasons, that doesn't diminish or eradicate all that Mark Messier has accomplished in the game of hockey.

This collection will be a great addition to my DVD library.

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The Legend of a Professional
Starring: Anthony Wong , and Karel Wong
Manufacturer: Universe Laser & Video Co.
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