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McFarland, USA (Theatrical)

(6,776)7.42 h 8 min2014X-Ray13+

A track coach in a small California town transforms a team of athletes into championship contenders.

Directors: Niki Caro

Starring: Maria Bello Kevin Costner Mariann Gavelo

Genres: Drama

Subtitles: English [CC]

Audio languages: EnglishEnglish [Audio Description]

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Supporting actors: Carlos Pratts Morgan Saylor Martha Higareda Valente Rodriguez Vanessa Martinezmore…Chris EllisJohnny OrtizHector DuranSergio AvelarMichael AgueroRafael MartinezRamiro Rodriguez

Producers: Gordon Gray Mark Ciardi Grant Thompson

Studio: WALT DISNEY PICTURES

Content advisory: Foul languageviolence

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Lois

Go and see this excellent movie

Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2015

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My husband and I saw this movie in the theater and absolutely loved it and have recommended it to several of our friends. It teaches team spirit, honor, personal growth and other wonderful family values. All of the characters do an excellent job with their acting.. We plan on ordering it on DVD ASAP. It was very interesting to find out at the end of the movie what became of these young men.
When someone cares about kids and gives them encouragement and hope, our entire society becomes better.

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Gunny

To be INSPIRED!

Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2015

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I am a Chicano, recently turned 68 yrs. young, 100 percent disabled, Marine, Purple Heart, two tours in Viet Nam. But this is not only about the Chicano, Mexican, Mexican/American, Hispanic. It is about human beings that are deprived, unfortunate due to their Class and/or physicality, abuses, poverty, Etc., but there are those few that on their own and/or with assistance of another that they male/ Female somehow rise above it all and truly survive, find their place in our World and help others. Myself, just a bit here. My Dad (*pop) made $1.50 per Hr. as a farm hand back in the 40/50s and supported a wife and four boys on beans and potatoes and twice a week (payday) with hamburger or hotdogs. All boys eventually made it to College. Me, the youngest, joined the Marines, fought in the Nam, came home, worked, retired and now play golf. Why? Because of the inspiration of two main people MOM and Dad and later older siblings. Simply, please, watch this movie and should it not touch your heart, memories of times past and instill a desire to help others then please seek help for yourself. Thank you and,

Semper Fi.

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Mikala Hemolele

McFarland enriched my heart!

Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2015

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What a beautiful story! I think if we had more understanding between cultures and individuals in the world it would help us to live with more grace and peace. this is a clean story about honest feelings between cultures and working toward understanding and respect between both. it also shows how one individual with vision can inspire and transform a community, especially young people. This true story parallels the events of my life in many ways, so I guess it really hit home for me!

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TLC

NOT JUST ANOTHER DISNEY MOVIE

Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2015

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What can I say? It's a Disney film, so it isn't terrible. What it is, is a true-story-feel-good-movie about Hispanic kids in a dead-end community who have no hope and no future, beyond following their parents into a life of picking other people's crops. Then enter a has-been school teacher who takes a handful of these kids and turns them into a cross-country track phenomenon. Starting with less than nothing (not even running shoes), they chart a course to self-respect, community pride, hope and possibility. As I've already said, it's a Disney movie, so you don't need me to tell you how it ends. What I will tell you, though, is that this is a lot better than you might otherwise expect. Kevin Costner is remarkably good and convincing as the washed-up athletic coach with no track and field experience, who takes a rag-tag group of nearly-drop-outs and works a major transformation--not just with his team, but with himself and his family, too. Even as the film pushes your buttons (and you know they're being pushed), you can't help rooting for these underdogs, and as the credits roll, you'll have a few more surprises. This is formula movie-making, but the formula works, and the end result is more than you might expect. The film is excellent fare for a family movie night, and it works well as a discussion piece, too. Watch it with some teenagers, and you'll have plenty to talk about afterwards.

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Jen

and everyone I have watched this movie with has always had a reaction the same as watching their favorite football or baseball p

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2015

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I have watched this show several times with different members of my family. I found that most of them all had the same reaction. The beginning of the show sets the scene of not only Kevin Costner's professional history as sort of a hot head coach that can't keep a job and the hard paced back breaking life of the immigrant workers in the fields of southern California.

It shows the obvious reaction of a white family man giving a leery distrusting look at a band of Hispanic men rolling up to small town’s fast food café and the look they share of disbelief, that any band of two or more Mexican people can only mean trouble.
As the story progress it allows the viewer to not only see and realize the hardship that these workers endure on a daily basis, but the hopelessness of never being able to move beyond their destiny of migrant worker.
As the story progress the viewer gets emotionally involved with this team of young men and their struggle to not only win for their team, but for their town and more than anything, for their families with the hope of someday bringing them out of the despair and poverty of multiple generations.
You can’t help but get caught up in their race to the finish line, and everyone I have watched this movie with has always had a reaction the same as watching their favorite football or baseball player making the play and scoring the goal.

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Sarah O. White

Never judge a book by its cover!

Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2020

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It is a mistake to under estimate the power of hunger! It doesn't take having the best of everything, to win at life or on the field! If you have the heart, the drive, the will and work hard... you can accomplish anything.

I just love this movie. And the fact that it is a true story and all the original members of the 1987 Cross Country Team came back to give back to their community, was icing on the cake. So proud of these men and McFarland pickers for how hard they work and instill a strong sense of family & pride for their community! Excellent Movie!!!

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Caroline Rushby

Based on a true story

Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2020

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I saw this movie some time ago and rented it again last weekend. I had forgotten it was based on a true story. Kevin and his cast are fantastic. I am not going to ruin the story but it is a great testimonial to people who overcome obstacles and achieve something through their hard work, dedication and having a good coach to train them. A great movie for a Sunday afternoon with a profound message. I definitely recommend it. Some of the scenes, the places, nature and warmth of a community are also worth noting. Check it out!

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Michel Mantha

Trés bon film

Reviewed in Canada on July 11, 2020

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J'ai bien aimé le rôle joué par l'acteur principal, le côté humain et fraternel des jeunes coureurs avec leur entraîneur et leur famille. Le fait qu'ils ont tous ou presque été par la suite au collège, ce qui as changé leur vie pour toujours.

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I Applaude You McFarlaund

Reviewed in Canada on April 22, 2016

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This was a most moving movie. I really enjoyed how the movie kept to the true story & showed the real emotions of each person & student.
I am so thankful that they made this true & real life into a movie as it touched the hearts of millions of people.

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MARLA YAKE

Great movie based on a real life situation

Reviewed in Canada on September 26, 2017

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Great movie based on a real life situation. Costner is great in this - as usual. I have watched it 2x . A great family movie. Highly recommend it.
You will not be disappointed in it.

Howard Smith

inspiring

Reviewed in Canada on November 19, 2020

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great movie, makes me want to go out and jog

MacGoo

Kevin Costner is on our A-List of actors - this ...

Reviewed in Canada on August 30, 2015

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Kevin Costner is on our A-List of actors - this movie, yet to be viewed, will be a welcome addition to our collection of his work.

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