Hurricane Season (2009 film)

Hurricane Season is a 2009 American sports drama film directed by Tim Story. It is based on the true story of the John Ehret High School basketball team in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The team, composed of players from several different displaced schools in the New Orleans area, overcame adversity and personal loss to win the 2006 Louisiana state championship.

The film stars Forest Whitaker as Coach Al Collins, Lil Wayne, Bow Wow, Robbie Jones, and China Anne McClain. The plot focuses on Collins' efforts to rebuild the team after Katrina decimated the region and scattered its players. He recruits talented players from damaged schools, and together they navigate challenges both on and off the court. The narrative emphasizes themes of resilience, community, and the healing power of sports in the face of devastation. Despite the team's initial struggles, they unite to achieve their championship goal. The movie portrays the difficulties faced by the residents of New Orleans in the wake of the disaster and highlights the strength and determination of the community to rebuild their lives.