3 - The Dale Earnhardt Story

Starring:Barry Pepper, Elizabeth Mitchell, Ernest Whitted, Andrea Powell, Andy Hillenburg, Traci Dinwiddie, Marshal McGee, Jim Keisler, Daniel Freeze, Chad McCumbee, David Sherrill, Teresa Delgado, James G. Martin Jr., Craig S. Harper, Frank Glidden, Lori Beth Edgeman, J.K. Simmons, Sean Bridgers, Greg Thompson (III), Tricia Quattlebaum
Director: Russell Mulcahy
Studio: Espn Video / Disney
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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Despite a limited TV budget and a tight 20-day shooting schedule, ESPN's 3 pays honorable tribute to NASCAR's greatest hero. Barry Pepper (the ace marksman in Saving Private Ryan) is perfectly cast as Dale Earnhardt, who rose from humble beginnings as a cotton-mill worker to legendary status as "the Intimidator," whose aggressive racing style was frequently controversial. While basing its drama on Earnhardt's relationship with his stern father Ralph (himself a fearless dirt-track champion), Robert Eisele's teleplay struggles with trackside clichés while functioning as both intimate portrait and highlight reel of pivotal races from Earnhardt's career. As directed by Russell Mulcahy (Highlander), the film succeeds as a blue-collar drama about a man driven by destiny--and ominous fate--who embodied the best (and sometimes the worst) of NASCAR culture, popularizing the sport like no driver before or since. All of the essential bases are covered, and the superb supporting cast includes Elizabeth Mitchell as Earnhardt's third wife, Teresa, J.K. Simmons (J. Jonah Jameson from the Spider-Man films) as Ralph Earnhardt, and newcomer Marshall McGee as Dale Earnhardt Jr. Titled after Earnhardt's black #3 Goodwrench Chevy, 3 is a conventional TV biopic, but it's essential viewing for those who loved--or even hated--the man who died too young, at age 49, on the final lap at Daytona in 2001.

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Despite a limited TV budget and a tight 20-day shooting schedule, ESPN's 3 pays honorable tribute to NASCAR's greatest hero. Barry Pepper (the ace marksman in Saving Private Ryan) is perfectly cast as Dale Earnhardt, who rose from humble beginnings as a cotton-mill worker to legendary status as "the Intimidator," whose aggressive racing style was frequently controversial. While basing its drama on Earnhardt's relationship with his stern father Ralph (himself a fearless dirt-track champion), Robert Eisele's teleplay struggles with trackside clichés while functioning as both intimate portrait and highlight reel of pivotal races from Earnhardt's career. As directed by Russell Mulcahy (Highlander), the film succeeds as a blue-collar drama about a man driven by destiny--and ominous fate--who embodied the best (and sometimes the worst) of NASCAR culture, popularizing the sport like no driver before or since. All of the essential bases are covered, and the superb supporting cast includes Elizabeth Mitchell as Earnhardt's third wife, Teresa, J.K. Simmons (J. Jonah Jameson from the Spider-Man films) as Ralph Earnhardt, and newcomer Marshall McGee as Dale Earnhardt Jr. Titled after Earnhardt's black #3 Goodwrench Chevy, 3 is a conventional TV biopic, but it's essential viewing for those who loved--or even hated--the man who died too young, at age 49, on the final lap at Daytona in 2001.

Product Description

Biographical story of Dale Earnhardt, Sr. starts with his young life and growing up with his father, Ralph, who raced for a living, but initially wanted more for his son. When Dale quits high school to start driving full time, his father aids him and shows a reluctant pride when he is initially successful. Armed with many of his father's philosophies, Dale pushed himself to be the best. His aggressive track mannerisms earned himself fans and detractors. Fellow racer Neil Bonnett was one of those long time friends and whose death deeply affected Dale. Darrell Waltrip clearly was a detractor and the two men's rivalry is clearly depicted. Off the track, Dale's determination to make it impacts two marriages. Third wife Theresa was closer to racing and met Dale when he had started his rise into the Winston Cup circuit. The story also looks at his relationship with his children, particularly son Kerry from his first marriage and whom he did not see again after age 5 until Kerry in his late teens showed up to meet his father again. Similar to his own father, Dale drove Dale Jr. to be the best, including temporarily sending him to military school when his grades slipped, but like his father, Dale Jr. only wanted to race. Contains mild profanity.

Customer Reviews:

My Review.......2007-03-08

wow, this movie is truly amazing- it follows Dale Earnhardt Sr from childhood untill death. When the DVD arrived it was in EXCELLENT condition! I would recomend Amazon to anyone that asks me about them.

A Nice Surprise.......2007-01-18

I was ready to be disappointed ~ I couldn't imagine anyone pulling off Dale Earnhardt ~ But Barry Pepper did (and that is coming from a Die-Hard Earnhardt fan!) I didn't learn anything new about Dale but was entertained by a great story and some very good acting. The Movie alone was worth the purchase price but the Bonus Features are so amazing I was floored! They don't just show some clips here and there ~ there is lap after lap racing footage that could be an entire DVD itself. This would be a great gift for any racing enthusiast!

great movie/ highway robbery price.......2006-08-01

I liked the movie but the price they are wanting for this is crazy. Everywhere else wants 20 and under for this and they want 30 somthing for it crazy. Some places are selling it for 13 brand new

if espn would've waited for theresa to give them input .......2006-07-31

if only espn waited they probably would've gotten more info from theresa they probably would'nt wait till she was ready.

3 is number 9.......2005-12-22

I put this film at #9 of the greatest films of all time, just ahead of Breakin at #10. Here are some of the films that missed my list:

Citizen Kane
Forrest Gump
Eight Men Out
Animal House
My Mommy is having a baby
Gone with the Wind
Better off Dead

The folks at ESPN were given the second most impossible task ever, make a movie about E. The toughest task will be to make a movie about me after I die, where would you even start casting? Back to E. He is a really a neat guy. This movie portrays him as the cuddly prankster we all got to know and love when he was driving in circles Sunday after Sunday. Is there anything in the world of sports more engrossing than guys driving in a circle for 4 hours? Only the tour de france can compare in terms of sheer excitement. In this movie, Barry "Dr." Pepper plays the god of automobiles, Tim Dayer(I think that's what people down here called him). He grows up in a backass town where no one has any hope of benefitting society in any way shape or form. His dad runs cars in circles and Timdayer thinks it looks like a lot of fun. He ends up doing the same thing and being better at it than his dad. He makes a lot of friends along the way because he's a good racer. Sometimes he makes other drivers mad because he passes them and wins (that is the object of this sport). I made a lot of other kids mad on the BMX circuit in Gretna with my style, but as Timdayer said, Rubbin your facin. In the end, E runs into a wall and dies.

Now onto the movie about me. Where do you start? I personally think it would have to be a North and South type 10 hour mini series. You'd have to have my life broken up into five year periods or you'd run the risk of leaving out something that changed the world. You'd also open the network to countless complaints that my life wasn't covered properly. Some of the great scenes would be:
1. Sparrow flies into my forehead and dies
2. The great pickup on dodge(Natalie Portman would play the girl)
3. Me dropping 43 against Rhombus
4. Me winning at a lot of things (montage with "you're the best around" music).

E is solid family fun until he dies at the end.

Average customer rating:

My Review
A Nice Surprise
great movie/ highway robbery price
if espn would've waited for theresa to give them input
3 is number 9

3 - The Dale Earnhardt Story
Starring: Barry Pepper , Elizabeth Mitchell , Ernest Whitted , Andrea Powell , and Andy Hillenburg
Director: Russell Mulcahy
Manufacturer: Espn Video / Disney
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ASIN: B000642008
Release Date: 2004-12-14

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Description

Golden Globe(R) and Emmy(R) nominee Barry Pepper stars as the greatest NASCAR driver of all time in the ESPN original Movie 3: THE DALE EARNHARDT STORY. Growing up in the shadow of his father, Ralph, Dale Earnhardt was driven to prove that his dreams of professional racing could become a reality. But when his own son, Dale Jr., wanted to follow in his footsteps, Dale reacted in the same way as his stubborn old man -- until a moving realization helped both him and his son fulfill their destinies on the track. From his humble beginnings to the triumph and tragedy of his career, this true-life story provides a thrilling look at the man who was called "The Intimidator" by rivals and friends alike. Packed with hours of exclusive bonus footage and interviews from the ESPN archives, this 2-disc special edition DVD is the ultimate account of racing's legendary hero.

Customer Reviews:

My Review.......2007-03-08

A Nice Surprise.......2007-01-18

great movie/ highway robbery price.......2006-08-01

I liked the movie but the price they are wanting for this is crazy. Everywhere else wants 20 and under for this and they want 30 somthing for it crazy. Some places are selling it for 13 brand new

if espn would've waited for theresa to give them input .......2006-07-31

if only espn waited they probably would've gotten more info from theresa they probably would'nt wait till she was ready.

3 is number 9.......2005-12-22

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