Some of the criticisms of this series (too much focus on Alabama, Tebow, etc.) are warranted, but that has more to do with the layout, progression, and context of this series more than actual bias.
The first several episodes are basically historical and cultural documentaries. They tell the story of Southern college football and its place in American history and Southern culture. For that, it does an amazing, entertaining, and moving job. In addition to college football fans, historians and anthropologists will love it.
The last half of the series focuses on the 80's to present day. In terms of greater human history, the historical lens and hindsight of cultural events that we had on the first half simply hasn't developed yet. Therefore, the focus shifts to recent personalities of the SEC. Spurrier, Saban, Tebow, and Manziel have their moments. While the first half has appeal for a wider audience, this shift may not be for everyone.
Overall, though, the series is very well produced, written, and researched. The people they found and interviewed were impressive. It is a solid piece of storytelling.
The first several episodes are basically historical and cultural documentaries. They tell the story of Southern college football and its place in American history and Southern culture. For that, it does an amazing, entertaining, and moving job. In addition to college football fans, historians and anthropologists will love it.
The last half of the series focuses on the 80's to present day. In terms of greater human history, the historical lens and hindsight of cultural events that we had on the first half simply hasn't developed yet. Therefore, the focus shifts to recent personalities of the SEC. Spurrier, Saban, Tebow, and Manziel have their moments. While the first half has appeal for a wider audience, this shift may not be for everyone.
Overall, though, the series is very well produced, written, and researched. The people they found and interviewed were impressive. It is a solid piece of storytelling.
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