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Eddie the Eagle

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7.2/10 • 2.1K

2016-02-251h 46m

ComedyDramaHistoryAdventure

Win or lose, always aim high.

The feel-good story of Michael 'Eddie' Edwards, an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself—even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach, Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics.

Directors
Dexter Fletcher
Editors
Martin Walsh

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Taron Egerton

    Taron Egerton

    Eddie Edwards

  2. Hugh Jackman

    Hugh Jackman

    Bronson Peary

  3. Christopher Walken

    Christopher Walken

    Warren Sharp

  4. Ania Sowinski

    Ania Sowinski

    Carrie

  5. Mads Sjøgård Pettersen

    Mads Sjøgård Pettersen

    Erik Moberg

  6. Iris Berben

    Iris Berben

    Petra

  7. Jim Broadbent

    Jim Broadbent

    BBC Commentator

  8. Jo Hartley

    Jo Hartley

    Janette

  9. Keith Allen

    Keith Allen

    Terry

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Reno

Aug 4, 2016

8/10

Keep dreaming brings nothing, need to go out and try to make it happen!
The posters, teasers did not impress me at all. The thought the film going to be a flop. Surprisingly the film was much better than I anticipation. This is a biographical-sport film and very inspiring. The story of a British boy in the early 70s who dreamt to be an Olympian, but the problem is he has not found his sports. By the time in his 20s, he finally finds his interest and gives his best to make his long pending wish to come true. The remaining narration reveals his journey to the world's one of the big events where he aims to soar like an eagle. Hugh Jackman was not any terrific, he was awesome like usual, but in a supporting role. I think Taron Egerton will be the next British sensation. This film worth seeing for his phenomenal act. The real Eddie too appreciated that. The whole film revolved around these two characters and I think making it a comedy worked out so well. Nicely shot film in the beautiful places, especially those risky ski jump stunts were excellent and the direction was undoubtedly the best. This film is not particularly about the sport, it is about one showing his passion towards his undertaking. Eddie can be seen as a role model, no matter what he achieved, his fighting spirit is motivating. I think the youngsters should watch it, especially those who are after their dreams. Not just sport persons, but any field persons. I don't know about the repeat viewing, but watching once is enough for the confidence uplift. One of the must see film of the 2016. 8/10

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$23,000,000.00
Revenue
$46,152,411.00
Keywords
underdogsportsolympic gamesmountainski jumpbiographybased on true storybritainsnow skiing1980sdedicationinspirationaladoringjoyful