Dear Basketball | Oscar winning short film by Kobe Bryant

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[davidroyackers]

Heroes come and go, but legends live on forever.

[alext]

"The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do."

-Kobe Bryant

[newtonnote]

Anyone who has or has had a burning passion and love for anything can relate to this

[nycava]

What a touching film. RIP Kobe and Gigi. 💜

[mimanrana]

Love you kobe, miss you lots, rest easy

[strictlywest]

Great short film rip Kobe the greatest basketball player of all time

[hanschdude]

Just finished watching the Kobe documentary on CNN. Brought me here. Powerful stuff. My old man died just 4 days after Kobe. Seems like yesterday. 5 years?? Really? Wow. RIP, both of you. Both were flawed humans just like the rest of us. ❤

[joellangley]

Wish he were here to see his impact on the game as these kids are taking over the nba these days. He set the standard for the level it takes to make a difference in an nba game

[sherrellgist]

So fulfilling! What's from the heart reaches the heart! Thankyou Kobe❤😂

[ryanbeaudette]

Still doesn’t feel real man just wanna have as good of a legacy as him one day

[jamesalvinlomo]

Dear Basketball, " directed by Kobe Bryant, serves as a heartfelt tribute to his legendary basketball career. The film masterfully utilizes storytelling, animation, sound, and symbolism to establish a poignant connection with the audience. In the initial viewing, the film's nostalgic animation and Kobe's heartfelt narration resonate, offering a personal glimpse into his iconic journey. Subsequent viewings reveal a nuanced blend of animation techniques and sound choices that amplify the emotional impact. The chronological storytelling, from capturing Kobe's childhood dreams to framing the film as a letter, creates an intimate connection. Recurring symbols, such as the basketball motif and the rising jersey, add layers of meaning, symbolizing Kobe's enduring love for the game and his impactful retirement. "Dear Basketball" stands as a powerful testament to Kobe Bryant's storytelling finesse, weaving together simple yet impactful cinematic elements to create an emotionally charged and universally relatable ode to the game.

-James Alvin Lomo

[normanD]

I still feel that Kobe is alive. RIP Mamba, all the love ❤❤‍🔥♥❤to you and your family. I will never get tired of watching you.

[danieljordan]

Cool little piece, but an oscar?c'mon man😞