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Tin Cup (1996)
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Reviews Counted:48
Fresh:33
Rotten:15
Average Rating:6.5/10
Runtime: 2 hrs 13 mins
Genre: Comedies
Synopsis: At one time, Roy McAvoy coulda been a contender in a major golf tournament. Now, the ambition-free McAvoy runs a failing, armadillo-infested golf range. When sexy psychiatrist Molly Griswold comes... At one time, Roy McAvoy coulda been a contender in a major golf tournament. Now, the ambition-free McAvoy runs a failing, armadillo-infested golf range. When sexy psychiatrist Molly Griswold comes to Roy for lessons, he's immediately smitten with her. But the ne'er-do-well realizes that the only way he'll have a chance with her is if he shapes up his act. Complicating matters is Molly's smug boyfriend David, an old friend of Roy's who is now a top golf pro. After a humiliating gig working as David's caddy, Roy decides to enter the U.S. Open. Although a long-shot, the underdog sees the Open as an opportunity to show up David, win Molly's heart -- and prove to himself he's not a loser. [More]
Starring: Kevin Costner, Rene Russo, Don Johnson, Cheech Marin
Starring: Kevin Costner, Rene Russo, Don Johnson, Cheech Marin
Director: Ron Shelton
Director: Ron Shelton
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Release:
Jun 30, 2009
DVD Features:
- Region 1
- Snap Case
- Anamorphic Widescreen - 2.35
- Full Frame - 1.33
- Letterbox - 2.35
Audio:
- Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
- Dolby Digital Surround - French
Additional Release Material:
- Trailers: Original Theatrical Trailer
Interactive Features:
- Interactive Menus
- Scene Access
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- Production Notes
- Filmographies
Reviews for Tin Cup
The dialogue and characters are convincing and intelligently developed. Russo wears vulnerability and neediness like a second skin, while Costner plays the tragic hero with considerable charm.
What makes Tin Cup such an unabashed pleasure is Shelton's care in writing and developing interesting characters.
One of the best films of 1996 with its message that in love and in sports, playing it safe can't hold a candle to taking risks and acting from the heart.
As sports movies go (regardless of the sport), this one turns in a respectable showing, injecting some intelligence and maturity into a story that easily could have succumbed to a flood of 'struggling underdog' cliches.
This film's overriding message is as pleasing as its flippant, skillful banter.
This is a pleasant enough throwaway film you will not remember in the fall.
Latest News for Tin Cup
August 14, 2009:
Ron Shelton Enrolls in Q School ![]()
"Tin Cup" director Ron Shelton is headed back to the links for "Q School," a golf-themed comedy being eyed as a potential starring vehicle for Dennis Quaid and Tim Allen. More...
November 29, 2007:
HBO Plans Barry Bonds Film
Cheer up, Barry Bonds -- you may have just been handed a federal indictment for perjury, but hey, HBO Films is making a movie about you! More...
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