Review of Miracle (2004) by David G — 12 Dec 2012
One of the most inspiring sports stories of our lifetime brought to life with great skill. No other moment in any other sport has been as transcendant in this country; even people who do not watch or know anything about hockey know and respect what was done leading up to that miraculous day in 1980.
Russell's portrayal of Brooks is spot on, undoubtedly brought to bear by talking with the late coach himself before his passing. Every move of the key moments in the Miracle game is supremely coreographed, and despite a couple of factual inaccuracies, it was like watching a replay.
The heartstrings are tugged at in this film not because of any one particular moment either organic or manufactured until the appropriate time, and that is a good move by the filmmakers. We follow Brooks' struggle and insistence to change the establishment's way of thinking well, without need to overdramatize or make any mistakes that more ambitious filmmakers might have made.
As a result, we get a good, solid product that tells the story well and gives the audience understanding that miracles are not just things that happen in a moment, but things that are worked towards with dedication and perseverance.
This review of Miracle (2004) was written by David G on 12 Dec 2012.
Miracle has generally received very positive reviews.
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