Jerry Bruckheimer and Don Simpson went on to produce a series of successful films, including Bad Boys, Crimson Tide and Dangerous Minds. The Rock was the team's last film together before the unexpected death of Don Simpson in nineteen ninety-six.

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Now, last year obviously also had a lot of bright spots for the Crimson Tide.

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The Crimson Tide's defense is one of the best ever, leading in rushing, passing and scoring.

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Denzel Washington built his career on playing principled heroes in movies like Glory and Crimson Tide.

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