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The true story of Tony Fingleton, a young man from a troubled family who found the inner strength to become a champion. Set in 1950s Brisbane, Australia, the family drama centers on Tony, a young man who beats the odds to become a champion swimmer in spite of his overbearing, alcoholic father and long-suffering, but quietly heroic mother. Overshadowed in his father's eyes by his brothers, it's only... See Full Description
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Drama, Kids/Family, Adaptation and Sports |
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| Running Time: |
1 hr. 38 min. |
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| Release Date: |
February 4th, 2005 |
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| MPAA Rating: |
PG-13 for Thematic material involving alcoholism and domestic abuse. |
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| Distributors: |
MGM Distribution Company
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| Critics Reviews |
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N/A
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E! Online,
"...makes you realize that simple stories of triumph can be completely engrossing." Full Review...
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Hollywood Reporter, Luke Sader
"...will be lucky to tread water in domestic release." Full Review...
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New York Post, Lou Lumenick
"The shallow end." Full Review...
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New York Times, Stephen Holden
"...gripping, downbeat family drama..." Full Review...
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