Rites of Autumn - The Story of College Football

Great idea, poor execution

I love the idea of a DVD set covering the history of college football. The topics were right on, impressive video. Unfortunately, the bias was obvious, especially toward Notre Dame. Certainly Notre Dame has played an important part in the history of college football, especially during the earlier days this set seemed to emphasize. But this production greatly over did it. I could give several examples, but I'll give just one. There was a chapter titled "Victory", presumably about big victories of some sort. Of the seven games/victories covered throughout the history of college football, three included Notre Dame. And one of those was a tie. If the writers had tried, I'm sure they could have come up with more appropriate games. On the other hand, I'm sure they knew exactly what they were doing; the purpose is to make money and nothing sells like Notre Dame. Bottom line, if you're a college football fan in the east or midwest, especially a fan of Notre Dame, or a fan of the earlier days, you'll love this set. Other than the bias, it was very well done. I wish someone would do the same thing, including the history of college football as played in the other parts of the country. February 2, 2007

Rites of Autumn - The Story of College Football

This purchase was for a friend. I had received these dvds as a present and loved it so much that I bought it to give a friend who loves college football, also. It was wonderful to watch the history of the game and the segments are set up great. I would recommend it to anyone who loves the game! January 5, 2007

Great Value

First, let me say that this is a great buy for the price. However, if you are a fan of midwest schools, they really don't give enough attention to these universities.

I'm a Nebraska fan and they didn't even mention Osborne in the greatest coaches sections, and barely any of Bob Devaney who started it all. Texas is mentioned during the time of Darrel Royal and Oklahoma is discussed during Bud Wilkenson's tenure. Barry Switzer's tenure is pretty much completely left out. Its very centered with the eastern schools, USC and Notre Dame. If you love college football in general than it will be a great buy, but it is very unbalanced in its coverage. August 17, 2006

A well-rounded DVD

A well-rounded DVD that goes into great detail about the history of college football. The footage that is included in the stories that are to hold rivets you to your seat. There is so much information on this DVD that even the diehard college football fan will find information they never knew existed. Narrated by Burt Reynolds this is an excellent history lesson. May 26, 2006

Great Tradition of College Football

This five disk set is a terrific buy, especially if you have an interest in the tradition, history and rivalries of college football. Burt Reynolds narates and we see interviews with Mark Harmon, Tommy Lee Jones, Lynn Swan and others complementing the old and current movie clips.It was just a tad redundant but I just wished it was longer. January 13, 2006

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