Review of Celtic Pride (1996) by Carrie Rickey for Philadelphia Inquirer — 23 Nov 2001
Celtic Pride has numerous weaknesses, most obviously an overly-happy ending that seems distressingly sincere (as opposed to lampooning this kind of finale). The film also exhibits an unwillingness to divorce itself completely from sports film cliches and conventions.
On the whole, however, Celtic Pride is surprisingly effective and entertaining. You don't even have to be a Celtics fan to appreciate it. In fact, considering who becomes the butt of the film's ultimate joke, perhaps it's best if you're not one.
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This review of Celtic Pride (1996) was written by Carrie Rickey and published by Philadelphia Inquirer on 23 November 2001.
Celtic Pride has generally received mixed reviews.
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