Nimrod Nation (2007)

  
Format:  Nimrod Nation DVD 
 
 
Director Brett Morgan ("The Kid Stays in the Picture") presents this compelling Sundance Channel documentary series that takes you to Watersmeet, Michigan, to meet the township's high school basketball team, the Nimrods. As the residents of the tight-knit community obsessively follow the on-court exploits of the squad, a portrait of contemporary Americana is revealed. All eight episodes of the series are featured in a two-disc set. 3 3/4 hrs. total. Soundtrack: English; deleted scenes.
 
SKU: D50573
$35.99
Regularly $39.99
Category:
Documentary
Rated:
NR
Color:
Color
Closed Captioned:
 Yes

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