Emergence of the Impossible Defines Sports Films

Sports films center around the theme of achieving the impossible, often showcasing amateur or non-professional athletes in high-stakes situations where success transcends typical expectations. This narrative element is crucial to the genre, especially in American sports films, emerging prominently in the 1970s. Iconic films like 'Rocky' epitomize this trend by presenting characters who confront daunting challenges and accomplish remarkable feats, ultimately resonating with audiences' aspirations for triumph against the odds.