User Score
9.1 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 78 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 72 out of 78
  2. Negative: 5 out of 78

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  1. WesM.
    Aug 2, 2008
    1
    While admirably unsentimental, it's nevertheless unengaging, poorly acted and frequently boring... though I confess I had little interest in the subject matter.
  2. KeishlaR.
    Nov 10, 2007
    10
    This movie is true fairy tale with real life problems and a sweet twist.
  3. KimyanaG.
    Oct 8, 2007
    10
    I love this movie everytime i break up with my boyfriends i would turn this movie on because its fun and depressing at the same time.
  4. ShandriaP.
    Feb 12, 2007
    10
    This is da best movie ever
  5. KelseyW.
    Feb 9, 2007
    10
    this is the best movie ever. and that will never change!
  6. DanielleC.
    Feb 6, 2007
    10
    i love this movie!! i have never seen another that can out do it!!
  7. DavidW.
    Dec 6, 2006
    10
    This film was one of my favorites.
  8. CherrieB.
    Nov 21, 2006
    10
    This is the best movie eva i love omar epps he is fine he kinda looks like my old boifriend but thats not why i like him though but this movie is good. it brings him out more and more. best movie ever my favorite movie. i voted 10 but i give this movie and Omar a 1000000000000000...
  9. QuieshaJ.
    Aug 17, 2006
    10
    this movie was funny, and romantic all at the same time, sometimes i wish my movie was like monica's (sanaa lathan) because it would be such an experince to fall in love the way she did, and who she fell in love with. I give this movie an A and thousands of plus's.
  10. RyanA.
    Jun 20, 2005
    10
    This movie is the greatest ever...The mix of love into my favorite sport is excellent to watch...I'm sure a non-basketball fan would love it too.
  11. shiryl
    May 27, 2005
    10
    It was gooooood i watched it 100 times i think the fellas r goeges.
  12. mandyv.
    May 25, 2005
    10
    This movie is the best movie i've ever seen I've seen it about 30 times Kiss mandy.
  13. JuwanaP.
    May 6, 2005
    10
    This movie is so RAW. I loved every bit of this movie. I especially love Sanaa Lathan and Omar Epps.
  14. stephaniep.
    May 2, 2005
    10
    Diz waz da best movie EVA!! i loved it actin actors watever u name it i loved it. IZ cool how iz bout love but works basketball into the storyline (my favorite sport).
  15. AshleiW.
    Apr 19, 2005
    10
    This is my favorite movie of all time, I give this movie a 10. The acting and everything was the best, they way the movie was produced was awesome.... even though i seen this movie a thousand times it still makes me cry.... and laugh. every time i try to buy this movie i can never find it.... i love this movie so much..
  16. JordanM.
    Mar 29, 2005
    1
    That movie sucked something bad. I'd rather watch Barney.
  17. MorganaN.
    Mar 23, 2005
    10
    This is most deff. one of the best movies out there. The story line iswonderful. I love how its a love story first and uses basketball as a symbol. Its awesome.I don't play basketball but i can really relate to Monica because the same way she is in love with the game, i am in love with cheering. All's fair in love and basketball!!
  18. BrandyA.
    Jan 27, 2005
    10
    This is the best romance I've seen i can relate to it alot this is my favorite movie.
  19. MiriamS.
    Jan 1, 2005
    10
    Its a classic storey, the innocents of the kids in the beginning with the instant attraction and watching them grow from there childhood sweetheart friendship into everyones dream of ending up with there childhood sweetheart. The music in the film is fantastic and was well chosen it brings the film alive. I cannot count the number of times i've watched this movie its a well balanced all rounder. you couldn't not love it!! Expand
  20. ElizabethF.
    Dec 31, 2004
    10
    I fell in love with this movie the first time I saw it. I am on a high school basketball team and have had a passion for the game since I can remember. Our team is undefeated heading to championships in three days. So I can relate to how Monica felt. I fell in love with a guy that had the same passion for it as I did. We met each other through basketball. And I know so many other people go through the exact same thing that play this sport. That's why so many people love and agree with this movie! All's fair in love and basketball ;) Expand
  21. AshliT.
    Dec 3, 2004
    10
    I think that this movie is one of the all-time greastest love stories! It not only deals with Quincy and Monicas love for basketball, but also the love they contain for one another. The plot couldn't have possibly been any better, I wouldn't have changed a thing!!!
  22. ChelseyI.
    Jun 26, 2004
    10
    I have this movie and i watch it all the time! The actors play the roles very good and it moves me because i am a basketball player in high school and it really inspires me.
  23. BreeeL.
    May 26, 2004
    10
    This movie is soooo coool.
  24. BrittneyS.
    Mar 23, 2004
    10
    Omar Epps is really hot so watch! HOTTIE.
  25. KaitlinB.
    Mar 11, 2004
    10
    This movie is the best! I watch it at least once a week. I have it on DVD , VHS and i have the Soundtrack!! I can't even descirbe how good it is!! Im thinking about watching it right now just cuz i love it sooo much!!
  26. AshleyM.
    Feb 7, 2004
    10
    I have this movie and i watch it over and over again both for the actors play the roles very good it moves me because i am a basketball player in high school and i am inspired by it.to tell you the truth i can't stop watching it sanaa is my favorite actress roll modl, the movie is brilliant.
  27. BrittaG.
    Dec 24, 2003
    10
    I loved it !! its so real. i wish someone loved me like he loved her. i really loved this one guy and i had to let him go because he wanted this other girl ! so i did and when i watch this movie i want the love that me and him had before to come back and be double or nothing, but i guess in my case its nothing!! i reaaly loved tyhis movie its my favorite!!!!!!!
  28. BrittaG.
    Dec 24, 2003
    10
    I loved it !! its so real. i wish someone loved me like he loved her. i really loved this one guy and i had to let him go because he wanted this other girl ! so i did and when i watch this movie i want the love that me and him had before to come back and be double or nothing, but i guess in my case its nothing!! i reaaly loved tyhis movie its my favorite!!!!!!!
  29. Mary-JaneS.
    Dec 8, 2003
    10
    Incorporates well romance and basketball without making the whole movie a mushy mess. One of the best movies out there but doesn't get enough credit.
  30. AeliceaM.
    Jul 31, 2003
    10
    ALL'S FAIR IN LOVE AND BASKETBALL.
  31. AnnyaA.
    May 3, 2003
    10
    This movie is the best i love my girl sanaa lathan, she a great actress, i love the role she played in this movie and i love omar epps.i think they look good together.it is my favorite movie. #1
  32. EmmaA.
    Mar 21, 2003
    10
    This is one of my favorite movies..... i love it because it could rilli happen!!!!
  33. StevieQ.
    Feb 24, 2003
    10
    Boo-yah!!!
  34. Rana"dawunnonlay"R.
    Feb 19, 2003
    10
    This movie is tha bes movie evuh made. erthang bout it is so real. it relates to me bkuz i love playin ball n im a person in love :) if i cud give this movie a 100 i wud, but since tha ratings onlay go up to 10 i give it a phat @$$ 10. DONE- RL1o15
  35. Brooke
    Feb 18, 2003
    10
    I loved this movie it was the best movie i have ever seen and i dont really like basketball because im terrible at it but this made me want to play!
  36. LindsayR.
    Feb 9, 2003
    10
    One of the best movies I've ever seen. I watch it over and over and over again!
  37. Kristen
    Jan 1, 2003
    10
    It was my fave movie i have ever seen.
  38. GemmaC.
    Nov 15, 2002
    10
    This movie is the best i love it so much i can relate it 2 me so much cos i love basketball and i try 2 watch it all the time this movie is the best of all time it rocks.
  39. Bane
    Oct 19, 2002
    10
    How come i can't give this a 15 rating instead of a 10? Much love for this Kick @$$ movie! Made me realise a lot of things!
  40. AlazayK.
    Jul 15, 2002
    10
    I think this movie was awsome it gave me a look in to the life of to people that are realy in love and have the same passion for one thing and dream to make, and still have the love for each other.
  41. ForeverInLove
    May 7, 2002
    10
    This movie was awesome...It gave me a great idea of how i am going to hopefully win my first kiss with that special someone... The movie was down to earth and thats what was cool about it... It was real unlike most movies that are so superficial you hoping it will happen to you... The plot was like real life, and gave me hope there are happy endings to love in real life :) *aloha*
  42. LaVetteJ.
    Apr 18, 2002
    10
    It was da bomb.
  43. AlyciaW.
    Apr 17, 2002
    10
    This is the best movie I have ever seen, and I can relate to it so much cuz I love bball and I love the boy next door...its our movie and I've seen it so many times...we always qoute from it too...I think they did a great job of making the story line n how it all works out in the end cuz alls fair in love and bball. I think they need a sequel.
  44. KassieM.
    Apr 14, 2002
    10
    My ABSOLUTE favourite movie. I once watched it everyday for 1 week and it didn't get old. Sanaa Lathan is great at playing Monika. This movie made me wish my life was more interesting.
  45. JannaO.
    Jan 15, 2002
    10
    My Fav sport Is Basketball and I think that that is one of the main reasons y I like it so Much! IT's a WICKED Movie!! One of My fav!!! I watch it whenever I get the chance!!! If you didn't c it U HAVE TO RENT IT! It wont be a waste of Money!!=o)
  46. EricaB.
    Oct 28, 2001
    10
    I can really relate to this movie cause I have a male best friend and we both play basketball.
  47. EmmaM.
    Oct 24, 2001
    10
    I think this is the best movie ever. It is really sweet and really touches your heart.
  48. RyanM.
    Sep 5, 2001
    8
    A thoroughly absorbing experience for the viewer and though it's cliched (to some extent) it feels completely original.
  49. KourtlandB.
    Jul 3, 2001
    10
    I loved it. It was awesome, and I am going to watch it again!!
  50. KourtnieS.
    Jul 3, 2001
    10
    I believe that this is one of the best love stories ever. It show the truth in love and love for the game. I believe that it helps others to identify with life's reality. The reality is that sometimes your heart has to come before your career. I give this movie a TEN. No questions asked.
  51. StephanieP.
    Jun 23, 2001
    10
    It was so great. It was kind of like it was me cause I love basketball. And I love this boy that plays b-ball.
  52. TiffanyM.
    Apr 30, 2001
    10
    My favorite sport is basketball. And I just loved this movie when I first saw it, and now I have it, and I always watch it. It will never grow old with me.
Metascore

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 28
  2. Negative: 1 out of 28
  1. Reviewed by: Jay Carr
    88
    The cinematic equivalent of a high, arching rainbow of a three-pointer from midcourt.
  2. Reviewed by: Andy Seiler
    63
    One wishes producer Spike Lee had stepped in to give the dialogue some sass.
  3. 88
    The conventional and the cliche are slam-dunked in favor of a fresh, authentic take on passion, ambition and coming of age.