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Rudy
1993 114 min United States of America PG 6+
★7.5
Drama, History
Director: David Anspaugh
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Description
Rudy grew up in a steel mill town where most people ended up working, but wanted to play football at Notre Dame instead. There were only a couple of problems. His grades were a little low, his athletic skills were poor, and he was only half the size of the other players. But he had the drive and the spirit of 5 people and has set his sights upon joining the team.
Budget:
$12M
US Gross:
$22.88M
Worldwide:
$22.8M
Starring
Sean Astin
Actor
Jon Favreau
Actor
Ned Beatty
Actor
Awards
2 wins & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
Rudy is widely regarded as a quintessential and uplifting sports underdog story that effectively portrays the power of relentless determination. While critics acknowledge the presence of narrative clichés and an underdeveloped protagonist, the film's heartfelt execution ensures its status as a classic in the sports genre.
| Acting | Sean Astin delivers an earnest and diligent performance that grounds the protagonist's struggle. | |
| Score | The musical score provides an inspiring, emotionally resonant boost that elevates the film's tone. | |
| Originality | The narrative follows a predictable but effective path typical of successful underdog sports biographies. | |
| Screenplay | While the film's 'heart' and emotional sincerity are widely praised, the screenplay is criticized for relying on clichés and offering limited development for the lead character. |