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Rookie of the Year
Why this pick
Like Air Bud, it turns an unlikely sports phenomenon into a warm, kid-centered underdog comedy, with school-age friendships and playful wish-fulfilment at its heart.
A FILM WORTH A CLOSER LOOKTHE FEATURE PRESENTATION
MOVIE1997 1h 38m USA
IF THIS ONE STAYED WITH YOU
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Air Bud
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The Sandlot
Why this pick
Its affectionate childhood perspective, neighbourhood-team spirit, and easygoing baseball comedy echo Air Bud’s blend of sport, belonging, and youthful adventure.
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The Mighty Ducks
Why this pick
A sincere, funny youth-sports story about outsiders becoming a team; it shares Air Bud’s buoyant tone and emphasis on confidence, friendship, and second chances.
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Little Giants
Why this pick
This is another cheerful children’s sports comedy where overlooked kids find their place on a team, matching Air Bud’s gentle humour and rooting-for-the-underdog energy.
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Because of Winn-Dixie
Why this pick
For the tender boy-and-dog bond in Air Bud, this offers a similarly family-friendly, emotionally open story of a child using a remarkable dog to connect with a new community.
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01 / THE STORY
He Sits. He Stays. He Shoots. He Scores.
Life hasn’t been too hot for Josh Framm, a 12-year old boy who just lost his father and has moved to a whole new city. Without any friends and an inclination toward shyness, Josh prefers to practice alone rather than try out for the team. That all changes when Josh meets Buddy, a runaway golden retriever with a wicked talent for shooting hoops. They become fast friends and quickly form a dynamic duo on the school basketball team. Their talent generates a media frenzy that attracts Buddy’s greedy former owner, who wants to cash in on his suddenly lucrative pup.
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02 / FACES IN THE FRAME
The people who bring it to life.
Michael Jeter
Norm Snively
Kevin Zegers
Josh Framm
Wendy Makkena
Jackie Framm
Bill Cobbs
Arthur Chaney
Eric Christmas
Judge Cranfield
Jay Brazeau
Referee 1
Nicola Cavendish
Principal Pepper
Brendan Fletcher
Larry Willingham