In 1983, yacht sailor Will Parker leads an American crew financed by millionaire Morgan Weld to defeat during the America's Cup race against an Australian crew. Determined to get the prize back, Will convinces Morgan to finance an experimental boat designed by his ex-girlfriend Kate's new beau, Joe Heisler. When the boat is completed, the Americans head to Australia to reclaim the cup.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The film doesn't pretend to be about anything other than action — and that's an honest position. The director constructs scenes with a feel for space, pace, and rhythm.
If you love the genre — this is a solid specimen. If you're indifferent to action — there's nothing extraordinary here to convert you.
Good choice for group viewing when you want to watch rather than think.
Director: Carroll Ballard
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Big screen, decent sound. This is cinema that should sound loud and fill the room.
Matthew Modine
Will Parker
Jennifer Grey
Kate Bass
Cliff Robertson
Morgan Weld
Jack Thompson
Jack Neville
Stellan Skarsgård
Joe Heiser
Rebecca Miller
Abigail Weld
James Rebhorn
George
Ned Vaughn
Charley Moore
Michael Higgins
Artemus
Ken Kensei
Swami
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