The film "Air", based on the real history of the Jordan Brand, aired on Prime Video two months ago and garnered positive reviews.
However, it's important to note that the film is an adaptation of a real story and some events were changed for cinematic effect.
In the movie, during the first design meeting for Air Jordan, the characters discuss the infamous fine Nike would allegedly pay each game.
The movie perpetuates the false legend that Nike created about the Air Jordan shoes being forbidden and fined.
The film inaccurately portrays the controversial shoe color as being on the Air Jordan 1 Chicago model, while in reality, it was the Air Jordan 1 Bred.
The idea for the shoe scandal was inaccurately attributed to character Rob Strasser; it was actually the work of ad agency Wieden + Kennedy.
The film suggests Adidas was keen to sign Michael Jordan, however, in reality, they were more interested in tall centers like Hakeem Olajuwon.
The movie inaccurately represents the contract numbers, offering Michael Jordan $250k per year, instead of the actual $500k.
However, the film does accurately depict MJ's mother, played by Viola Davis, negotiating for royalties on the sneakers' sales.
Despite these discrepancies, the film "Air" is not diminished, as the changes were made to enhance the cinematic experience and make the adaptation more engaging.