30 for 30

About 30 for 30

Originally premiered in 2009, the 2016 season of the highly-acclaimed ESPN series "30 for 30" continues producing riveting stories within the sports industry. The show explores compelling people, teams, events, and themes that have shaped the sports realm. Each filmmaker brings a unique perspective to the table, making each episode a fresh take on the particular story at hand.

Making / Production

The production of "30 for 30" relies heavily on the distinct storytelling perspective of its individual filmmakers, often featuring archival footage, interviews, and cinematic recreations. Backed by ESPN's robust production capabilities, the series provides an in-depth look into fascinating sports stories from various eras.

Actors

• Narrators: The series doesn't follow a traditional script with actors but instead often sources recognized personalities from the sports and entertainment industries to narrate individual episodes. They bring the story to life with their unique style of narration.
• Interviewees: A crucial part of the series is the interviews conducted with people involved in the events being depicted. This can range from players and coaches to journalists and family members - they all add depth and authenticity to the storyline.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The title "30 for 30" initially represented ESPN's celebration of its 30th birthday through the production of 30 original, one-hour films by 30 different filmmakers. However, due to its popularity, the series continued producing additional volumes.
• The series has covered a wide variety of sports, including football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, gymnastics, and more.

Awards

The "30 for 30" series has received critical acclaim and several awards, including the Peabody Award and Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series.

Quotes

• "Sports is the greatest theater in the world. Everyone knows the characters. Everyone knows the storylines. And you don't know what the ending will be." - John Dahl, executive producer of "30 for 30"
• "I believe we've told 30 unique stories 30 unique ways." - Connor Schell, executive producer of "30 for 30"

Music, Soundtrack

• The signature theme music for "30 for 30" was composed by Fritz Doddy. His impactful score sets the tone and pace, drawing audiences into the emotional journey of the series.