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"We Are Marshall" is a sports drama film based on real-life events centering around the devastating 1970 plane crash of Southern Airways Flight 932, which took the lives of 75 people, including 37 collegiate football players of the Marshall University Thundering Herd as well as their five coaches, two trainers, the athletic director, 25 boosters, and five airplane crew members.

This 2006 biographical drama recounts the aftermath of the tragedy, as the university and its local community try to overcome their griefs by rebuilding the football team in hopes of honoring those who were lost. Helping the team rise back up is Jack Lengyel, who signs on as the team's newest coach. Determined to lead the team to victory, he will do everything he can to encourage his players and fellow staff members that they have what it takes to win it all.

The film marks director McG's first time directing a drama, and his only one to date after being known for his work on comedic action films such as "Charlie's Angels," "This Means War," and "The Baby." Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey leads the heartfelt and inspirational story with his emotional and genuine performance. Joining him are Matthew Fox, Anthony Mackie, Ian McShane, Kate Mara, and January Jones, each giving engaging performances that help convey the film's tone and message to the audience.