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  1. Jan 13, 2005 · A clue to Jackson's thinking may be found in his new film, "Coach Carter," based on the true story of a California high school basketball coach who placed grades ahead of sports. Like Bill Cosby, Jackson is arguing against the anti-intellectual message that success for young black males is better sought in the worlds of rap and sports than in ...

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  2. Jan 14, 2005 · 64% Tomatometer 149 Reviews 85% Audience Score 250,000+ Ratings In 1999, Ken Carter (Samuel L. Jackson) returns to his old high school in Richmond, California, to get the basketball team into...

  3. 'Coach Carter' is based on a true story of Coach Ken Carter, a controversial high school basketball coach played by Samuel L. Jackson. Coach Carter took the coaching job under his rules. He believed that the players must maintain good grades and become a united team or they would not play.

  4. TOP CRITIC. Engaging film with a terrific message. Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Dec 22, 2010. Cole Smithey ColeSmithey.com. Samuel Jackson returns to form behind a long string of...

  5. www.metacritic.com › movie › coach-carterCoach Carter - Metacritic

    Jan 14, 2005 · Inspired by a true-life story, Coach Carter is an inspirational account of a controversial high school basketball coach, who received both high praise and staunch criticism when he made national news in 1999 for benching his entire undefeated basketball team for poor academic performance.

  6. Samuel L Jackson carries this motivational sports movie, based on a true story, as Ken Carter, a basketball coach handing out tough love to the multi-ethnic playas on a sinking high-school team.

  7. Feb 2, 2005 · When Californian school coach Ken Carter refused to let his undefeated basketball team compete until they bettered their grades, he made headlines across America.