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Summary: ruuuudy, ruuuudy, ruuuudy!
Review: I am a 41 year old male, and I can never get through the end of this movie without getting misty eyed. It is one of my favorite, and an inspiration to anyone who questions their own self-worth and ability. I have showed this movie to my sales force, and believe me, they too were moved, and felt that the only thing that stopped them in this world from achieving greatness was themselves. Every family should have this video on their shelf!
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Summary: Best Sports Movie Ever --- Hands Down!
Review: Sean Astin and comapny bring this INCREDIBLE story to life in a HUGE way. This movie will move your spirit. It is not only one of the best inspirational movies ever made but also THE BEST sports movie ever made (IMHO). I am such a "real guy" and I cry at the end everytime. This dvd is also quality in sound and picture. The extras are nice, I just wish there were more.
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Summary: The Greatest Sports movie!
Review: listen up, This story of a young boy chasing a dream to become apart of the most tradition rich football progam is absolutly amazing , everybody said he was NOT going to make it and look what he accomplished!As Lee Corso says "Not So Fast My Friends!"
This movie inspires me everytime I watch it
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Summary: Directed by Alan Smithee?
Review: "Rudy" was a mere blip on the radar screen when it debuted in movie theaters back in 1993. However, it has since became a sort of sports movie classic thanks to video rentals and constant television showings. Helped by the stellar performance of Sean Astin and based on a true life story of a man who refuses to let his dream die no matter how long the odds, "Rudy's" sincerity as an uplifting movie will win over even football hating cynics. It's a real crowd pleaser.One would think that director David Anspaugh, who also directed another terrific Indiana sports movie,"Hoosiers," would be proud of his accomplishments with "Rudy." Yet, I noticed in the opening credits that the infamous Alan Smithee was credited with directing this fine movie. Who is Alan Smithee? Alan Smithee is Hollywood's way of allowing directors, screenwriters ect. to disassociate themselves from their work by having the pseudonymn "Alan Smithee" used in the credits instead of their real names. Why Anspaugh chose to credit "Alan Smithee" instead of himself is a little bit odd because "Rudy" is nothing to be ashamed of from the direction standpoint. In fact, it's without a doubt one of the best movies Anspaugh has ever made, placing second only to his terrific "Hoosiers."
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Summary: One of the truly great movies of the nineties
Review: Sean Astin gives his best performance as Rudy, an undersized football player who decides at a young age he wants to play for Notre Dame. Some obstacles stand in his way before he can even play a down. For one, his family has little money and no desire to send Rudy to college when he has shown no interest in high school. To get onto the hallowed grounds of ND, Rudy first goes to Sacred Heart to get his grades up and work on the grounds crew that prepares the football field. Eventually, he does get into Notre Dame, but he really has no football skills so he doesn't play in a game. He does however have the biggest heart of any player who tries out. Rarely does he get through a day of tryouts without blood dripping from his lip, but he does make the practice squad where he bides his time hoping to play in a game. This is another film that builds up to the final scenes. I don't want to give away anything. The only thing I will say is that I get goosebumps and a lump in my throat every time. A must see if there ever was one.
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Summary: A movie to lift your spirits
Review: I am a 30 year old man and cannot watch this movie without crying. It is simply that uplifting. When you consider how easily some of us coast through our existence, never being put to the test in life, Rudy shows us what can be accomplished in life if we have hope and a big heart.
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Summary: An inspirational story
Review: I read the book "Rudy" and found out that the movie left out a lot of valuable information. However the movie was great also, but Rudy's relationship with his father and two older brothers in the book was an intense relationship. After reading the book and seeing all of the obstacles that Rudy had to overcome to achieve his dream of playing football and attending school at Notre Dame it made me think. I thought about my dreams and aspirations that I had set for myself when I was younger and what I was doing currently doing to achieve them or not doing. However, what the message I got from the movie and the book were that if you don't have dreams you are not alive which I believe to be so true. Dreams are what keeps us going and excelling in life despite all odds that are stacked up against us.
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Summary: Life changing movie
Review: I didn't find Rudy the most entertaining movie of all time. However, I fully believe that people can do whatever they want, as long as they believe it themselves, they are willing to work hard for it, and they are persistant. This movie brings that message together and delivers is perfectly. I truly believe that if this idea is implemented it will change your life--it did mine. Thanks Rudy!
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Summary: Incredibly Inspiring!!
Review: In this "sleeper" of a hit, Sean Astin has delivered an incredible performance of a young man whose dream to play football is overshadowed by the abuse he must put up with, and his persistence to see his goal to the end. If you're a sports fan, this movie is a must. On the other hand, non-sports fans will equally enjoy the film. Recommended.
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Summary: I don't even like football...
Review: but I love this film. The point is that no one succeeds alone. Rudy's best friend, the priest who got him into Holy Cross, the grounds keeper, the assistant football coach, the tutor, his teammates and even the naysayers all play significant roles towards Rudy's ultimate triumph. So let the cynics pan Rudy but for my money, it remains the most inspiring film I've seen.
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