Review of Rudy (1993) by Elizabeth W — 21 Apr 2009

Rudy, Rudy, Rudy - wipe away a tear - Rudy, Rudy...

This review of Rudy (1993) was written by Elizabeth W on 21 Apr 2009.

Rudy has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Joyce H (65) on 08 Jul 2017

It is a classic movie and a true story. It show how he wouldn't give up on his dream if all his family, friends,and girlfriend give up on him…

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By Jon C (1,457) on 07 Sep 2018

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By Azael G (23) on 20 Mar 2017

This movie is the very definition of warm and fuzzy. It is the quintessential underdog story. Loved it. RUDY! RUDY! RUDY…

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By Craig V (37) on 16 Nov 2017

Best sports movie ever. Own it and watch it every year…

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By Chris G (1,743) on 20 Apr 2015

Cheesy and predictable, the movie was still captivating and made you root for the main character…

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Anspaugh, whose Hoosiers showed he knows from feel-good movies, directs this story as if he were conducting Bolero, carefully building climax…

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A feel good story of a David and Goliath…

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By Dylan M (762) on 16 May 2015

Sean Astin plays a great role in Rudy. Well acted, without a strong cast Rudy still succeeds. The story is believable and amusing…

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