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Rowing Through

1996·Movie
1h 55min
50
MediocreGoodWatch score

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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline5
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Sports, history, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Based on the real-life story of American rower Tiff Wood (Colin Ferguson), an athlete determined to realize his goal of winning gold at the 1980 Olympics in Moscow. Wood's dream is shattered when the U.S. boycotts the games, and he must refocus his life towards making the team four years later, with the odds against him.
Sports DramaOlympic DreamBiographicalAmerican HistoryPerseverancePolitical BoycottDeterminationUnderdog Story

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Directed by:

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Rowing Through worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Rowing Through?

1 h 55 min

Rowing Through runs 1 h 55 min.

Is Rowing Through based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Rowing Through in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, Japan.