Review of Rudy (1993) by Jeff Shannon for Seattle Times — 22 Aug 2016
Unlike "The Program," the other current football movie which pales in comparison, Rudy (which spans 1972-'75) is uncompromisingly truthful to its story and characters. Graced with Anspaugh's respect for authenticity, there's not a false note from anyone in the well-chosen cast, which includes Ned Beatty as Rudy's dad, whose disapproval of Rudy's dream is a cautious act of love; Charles S.
Dutton as the stadium groundskeeper who offers quiet support; and Jason Miller ("The Exorcist") as legendary coach Ara Parseghian, who rewards Rudy's tenacity with a place on the varsity practice squad.
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This review of Rudy (1993) was written by Jeff Shannon and published by Seattle Times on 22 Aug 2016.
Rudy has generally received very positive reviews.
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