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2004 · 37m · Documentary
America's exuberant and enduring passion for high school football fuels this documentary, which explores the phenomenon from true-blue team loyalty to long-standing rivalries between neighboring communities. The film offers an intimate look at the players, their families and fans, and spotlights Texas's Permian Panthers, California's De La Salle High, Florida's Pahokee High, Georgia's Hawkinsville High and Pennsylvania's Woodland Hills High.
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