Michael Winik

Películas

Hermanos y Enemigos (Petrovic y Divac)
Cinematography
Drazen Petrovic y Vlade Divac eran dos amigos que crecieron juntos compartiendo el vínculo común del baloncesto. Juntos, levantaron el equipo nacional yugoslavo a alturas inimaginables. Después de la conquista de Europa, ambos fueron a EE.UU., donde se convirtieron en los primeros dos jugadores extranjeros en alcanzar el estrellato en la NBA. Pero con la caída de la Unión Soviética en la Navidad de 1991, Yugoslavia se separó. La guerra rompió en una Croacia de Petrovic y una Serbia de Divac. Tanto Petrovic como Divac siguieron enfrentándose entre sí en las canchas de baloncesto de la NBA, pero no hubo palabras entre los dos. A continuación, en la fatídica noche del 7 de junio de 1993, Drazen Petrovic murió en un accidente automovilístico. Esta película contará la historia apasionante de estos hombres, cómo las circunstancias fuera de su control los separó, y cómo Divac ha liviado ante la muerte de su amigo, antes de que tuvieran la oportunidad de conciliar.
2010 Los Angeles Lakers: Official NBA Finals Film
Director
In the 2010 season, one challenger after another tried to knock the Los Angeles Lakers off their NBA throne. But in the end, the Lakers reigned supreme once again, winning their 16th NBA championship. Led by Finals MVP Kobe Bryant, the Lakers championship drive culminated with an NBA Finals triumph over the arch-rival Boston Celtics.
2007-2008 NBA Champions: Boston Celtics
Director of Photography
A collection of highlights from the triumphant 2007-2008 basketball season, in which Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett did their bit to take the Boston Celtics to the top of the NBA, ending their 22-year title drought with a six-game victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA Street Series Dunks! Volume 1
Director of Photography
Who's better - the street ballers or the pros? Find out once and for all with the greatest compilation of jams, slams, and devastating dunks ever captured on film. Set to a fast-paced hip hop soundtrack, Dunks! features your favorite NBA All-Stars taking it to the hole. Watch Kevin Garnett soar in from the rafters, Shaq thunder through the lame, and LeBron dazzle the world with his above-the-rim technique. It's the most spectacular collection of slams ever compiled... see the reverse, the tomahawk, the windmill, the 360, and, of course, watch his Airness launch one from the foul line. Playground players may represent, but Dunks! proves what everybody knows: The hottest ballers are in the NBA-period.
2002 NBA Champions: Los Angeles Lakers
Director
At the beginning of the 2001-02 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers were the two-time defending champions... at the end, they were an NBA DYNASTY! The daunting challenge of winning three titles in a row was put to the test in a grueling, seven-game series against the Sacramento Kings that found the Lakers on the brink of elimination. Led by perennial All-Stars Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant, they swept the New Jersey Nets in the 2002 NBA Finals and forever put their stamp on history. Take an in-depth look into the Lakers' roller coaster season that culminated with a third straight championship. This official NBA collectible features exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes locker-room access, and heart-pounding game action. From Robert Horry's thrilling game-winning three pointers to Phil Jackson's inspiring on-court huddles, this DVD captures it all in championship fashion! 60 minutes.
Allen Iverson - The Answer
Director
Philadelphia 76ers star guard Allen Iverson is in many ways the fantasy of armchair hoopsters, and I readily cop to being one. We know that we're not as intimidating a presence as Shaquille O'Neal, or lack the lanky moves and wingspan of Kobe Bryant, or just the general gigantism of Dikembe Mutombo or Tim Duncan or Chris Webber. But at six feet and 160 pounds, Iverson is the little man's dream, the undersized player who is both fearless and successful in taking it to the big men. Unfortunately, Allen Iverson—The Answer isn't nearly as dynamic as its subject, though it works well as an extended highlight reel.
Patrick Ewing - Standing Tall
Cinematography
This documentary provides an intimate look at NBA center Patrick Ewing and proves that there is more to this man than game-saving blocks and slams. Catch footage of him as a schoolboy star in Boston, revisit his college career at Georgetown, snag a courtside seat for his battles as the centerpiece of the resurgent New York Knicks, and fly with him to Barcelona to be part of the historic "Dream Team." Rare footage and detailed interviews capture some of Ewing's career-building moments and give fans a taste of the celebrity center's friendly demeanor.
Larry Bird: A Basketball Legend
Camera Operator
Dramatic game footage and exclusive interviews tell the compelling story of the Larry Bird journey from small-town boy to sports legend. Bird revolutionized the game of basketball, winning three NBA Championships and three MVP trophies. Discover the man behind the legend- from his roots in French Luck, Indiana to his stellar collegiate basketball years and remarkable 13-year career with the Celtics. Plus, see Bird at his dazzling best with three of his most memorable game performances.