Review of Rudy (1993) by Dan P — 01 Feb 2009

I am not a football fan but this movie isn't really about football. I cried during half of the movie! It was an amazing uplifting story. NEVER GIVE UP!

This review of Rudy (1993) was written by Dan P on 01 Feb 2009.

Rudy has generally received very positive reviews.

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