The Last Dance

About The Last Dance

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• About
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music
• Soundtrack

About

The Last Dance is a documentary TV series that was released in 2020. It is a 10-part miniseries that focuses on the career of the legendary basketball player Michael Jordan, as well as the Chicago Bulls' quest for their sixth NBA championship in the 1997-98 season. The series combines archival footage from the 1997-98 season with interviews of former players, coaches, and other key figures in NBA history.

The Last Dance provides an in-depth look at the behind-the-scenes struggles, triumphs, and controversies of the Chicago Bulls during their historic run. It also delves into the personal life of Michael Jordan, giving viewers a deeper understanding of the mindset that drove him to become one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

Making / Production

The Last Dance was directed by Jason Hehir and produced by ESPN Films and Netflix. The documentary was in development for several years, with the filmmakers gaining unprecedented access to the Chicago Bulls' team archives. The series was edited from over 500 hours of footage, including never-before-seen interviews and behind-the-scenes moments.

Actors

• Michael Jordan - portrayed by himself
• Scottie Pippen - portrayed by himself
• Dennis Rodman - portrayed by himself
• Phil Jackson - portrayed by himself
• Steve Kerr - portrayed by himself

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Last Dance was originally intended to be released in June 2020, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down sports worldwide, it was moved up to April 2020.
• The series received critical acclaim for its in-depth storytelling, high production value, and access to rare footage.
• Michael Jordan was heavily involved in the making of the documentary, providing exclusive interviews and insights.

Awards

The Last Dance has received several awards and nominations, including:

• Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series (2020)
• Peabody Award (2021)

Quotes

• "I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying." - Michael Jordan
• "There's no 'I' in team but there's in win." - Michael Jordan

Music

The Last Dance features a selection of songs from the 1990s era, including popular tracks by artists such as Pearl Jam, Notorious B.I.G., and Oasis.

Soundtrack

• "Smells Like Teen Spirit" by Nirvana
• "Lose Yourself" by Eminem
• "Wonderwall" by Oasis
• "Hypnotize" by The Notorious B.I.G.
• "Alive" by Pearl Jam