Semi-Pro Director's Cut (2008)

About Semi-Pro Director's Cut

'Semi-Pro Director's Cut', released in 2008, is an extended version of the sports comedy 'Semi-Pro'. Directed by Kent Alterman, the film satirizes the trials and tribulations of a fictional basketball team in the 1970s that hustles its way towards its dream. The story primarily follows Jackie Moon, a one-hit-wonder who used the profits from his music career success to buy a team in the American Basketball Association. A series of humorous and heartwarming events mark their journey as they try to make it to the big leagues.

Making / Production

'Semi-Pro Director's Cut' was produced by Mosaic Media Group and Gary Sanchez Productions. The director's cut version features additional scenes and alternate takes that provide a deeper insight into the characters and the plot.

Actors

• Will Ferrell as Jackie Moon: The passionate, albeit goofy, owner-coach-player of the team who brings humor and enthusiasm to the role.
• Woody Harrelson as Ed Monix: A former NBA player who provides a serious contrast to Moon's eccentric character.
• Andre Benjamin as "Coffee" Black: Another player on the team who provides dynamic energy on the court.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The stand-in for the Tropics' home court is the actual former home of the ABA's Flint Michigan Tropics.
• Patti LaBelle made a guest appearance in the movie as Jackie Moon's mother.

Awards

Although Semi-Pro did not secure any major awards, its quotable humor and over-the-top basketball antics have won it a cult following.

Quotes

• "Let's get tropical!" - Jackie Moon
• "Nobody hits Jackie Moon in the face in his own place." - Jackie Moon

Music and Soundtrack

• 'Love Me Sexy' - Sung by Jackie Moon (Will Ferrell), this song is a comedic highlight of the film.
• 'Get The Funk Out Of Ma Face' - A classic 70s funk track featured in the movie's soundtrack.