Swimming Upstream (2002) Reviews

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Starring:
Geoffrey Rush, Judy Davis, (more)
Director(s):
Russell Mulcahy
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Category:
Foreign, Drama
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Caryn H.

I watched this movie on TV last and I absolutely loved it. It kind of reminds me of the Rich Man, Poor Man miniseries!

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ALice L.

My family thought this was a good movie although not suitable for kids--too much violence. The picture of Australia during the Kennedy years was wonderful.

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Cynthia C.

This is such an inspiring movie. I am not a big swimmer however this movie was really well done, and so interesting. It captivates the audience and makes you want to know more about the characters ...
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This is such an inspiring movie. I am not a big swimmer however this movie was really well done, and so interesting. It captivates the audience and makes you want to know more about the characters and the story. This movie is perfect for all ages.
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Jody L.

I thought this movie was wonderful. Made especially believable by the cast of actors who took on the lives of the people so well. One would have thought that Jesse and Tim would have been upstaged ...
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I thought this movie was wonderful. Made especially believable by the cast of actors who took on the lives of the people so well. One would have thought that Jesse and Tim would have been upstaged by greats Geoffrey and Judy but they blended as a family very well. I continue to be impressed by Jesse Spencer. It was a story to give hope to the many children who unfortunately have to overcome these obstacles in their lives.
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Terrie R.

I found the movie fascinating, but my husband did not. It gives a picture of an abusive family. I would have liked to have had his brothers and sister fleshed out a little more.

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Sally N.

There's nothing new in this bio pick of an Australian swimmer who comes from a dysfunctional family. In fact, when it ended I thought, "Is that it?" Thinking I had yet to see the real second/third ...
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There's nothing new in this bio pick of an Australian swimmer who comes from a dysfunctional family. In fact, when it ended I thought, "Is that it?" Thinking I had yet to see the real second/third act. So in the end it's only about how a young boy copes with having a dysfunctional father who treats him and his other family members poorly because he himself had terrible upbringing. But the performances are good, the production values high (although you'll want to turn down the sound during the swimming meets). Better than TV.
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Glen P D.

Completely engrossing film. Great acting and wonderfully written script made even more compelling because it's based on a true story. Recommended viewing!

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FRED S.

The performances of brilliant actors Rush and Davis are standout as dysfunctional parents who are still loving and caring even though they have to make their sons have to suffer because of their own ...
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The performances of brilliant actors Rush and Davis are standout as dysfunctional parents who are still loving and caring even though they have to make their sons have to suffer because of their own life's history. The sons survive in spite of their needs for normalcy within the structure of the unpredictability and behavior of both mother and father. It is pretty heavy, but it is rare to find such a great cast working together.
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Dolores L.

Great movie a must see you have to see this. This movie will make u swim.

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