Broke
Originally released in 2012. Broke is a documentary film. directed by Billy Corben. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jamal Mashburn, Bernie Kosar, and Andre Rison
Synopsis
According to a 2009 Sports Illustrated article, 60 percent of former NBA players are broke within five years of retirement. By the time they have been retired for two years, 78% of former NFL players have gone bankrupt or are under financial stress. Sucked into bad investments, stalked by freeloaders, saddled with medical problems, and naturally prone to showing off, many pro athletes get shocked by harsh economic realities after years of living the high life. Drawing surprisingly vulnerable confessions from retired stars like Keith McCants, Bernie Kosar and Andre Rison, as well as Marvin Miller, the former executive director of the MLB Players Association, this fascinating documentary digs into the psychology of men whose competitive nature can carry them to victory on the field and ruin off it.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 2, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- rakontur
- ESPN Films
- ESPN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broke about?
According to a 2009 Sports Illustrated article, 60 percent of former NBA players are broke within five years of retirement. By the time they have been retired for two years, 78% of former NFL playe...
Who directed Broke?
Broke was directed by Billy Corben.
How long is Broke?
Broke has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was Broke released?
Broke was released on October 2, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Broke?
The main cast of Broke includes Jamal Mashburn, Bernie Kosar, Andre Rison, Marvin Miller.