Hoosiers (1986)

Coach's Word Is Law

After losing the game on principle, Coach Dale (Gene Hackman) gives his team a locker room speech where he makes clear that his word is law.

Directed by David Anspaugh.

© MGM 2013

Released in 1986 by MGM.

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