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Deep Dive: This Magic Moment (2016)

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This Magic Moment
This documentary covers the rise of the Orlando Magic in the mid-1990s, focusing on the impact of the duo Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway. It details how the young franchise made a significant mark in the NBA by defeating the Chicago Bulls, a legendary team, indicating their potential as a future dynasty. The film captures the excitement surrounding the Magic's journey to the 1995 NBA Finals, where they were on the brink of greatness. Despite their early success, the documentary reflects on the Magic's inability to fully realize their potential in the NBA. It leaves viewers contemplating the fate of this electrifying team and what might have been had circumstances been different. The film is directed by Gentry Kirby and features key figures like O'Neal and Hardaway, providing a personal touch to the narrative of the franchise's history.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway's dynamic partnership.
  • •Find out how the Magic challenged the Chicago Bulls.
  • •See the 1995 NBA Finals from a unique perspective.

Did You Know

•The Orlando Magic defeated the Chicago Bulls in the mid-1990s.
•The Magic reached the NBA Finals in 1995.
•The film is directed by Gentry Kirby.
•The documentary has a runtime of 101 minutes.

Perfect For

NBA history fansOrlando Magic supportersShaquille O'Neal enthusiasts