Movie #246 "Radio" is based on an article for sport illustrated about this guy nicknamed "Radio" in a South Carolina town who blossoms under the guidance of a coach who takes him under his wing. He becomes a mascot for the team, and ends up teaching everyone a lesson in tolerance. It's a bit schmaltzy in parts, but the acting is so good (esp. Ed Harris) that I think it works. I've had this in my Queue from a few years ago, and I'm glad I finally got to it because it is a very inspirational film. It certainly proves that if you believe in someone, he can move mountains. Good soundtrack, too.
Average rating: 3.859
I gave it 4 stars
Radio
(2003) PG
A small-town high school football coach (Ed Harris) befriends a developmentally disabled man (Cuba Gooding Jr.) nicknamed "Radio," who has always been the target of jokes and teasing, in this heartwarming drama based on the real-life experiences of James Robert Kennedy. Although their friendship raises eyebrows at first, Radio's growth under the coach's guidance ultimately inspires the local townsfolk to think differently about being different.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment