The inspirational life story of Australian swimmer Tony Fingleton.
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Russell Mulcahy
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| Geoffrey Rush | ... | Harold Fingleton | |
| Judy Davis | ... | Dora Fingleton | |
| Jesse Spencer | ... | Tony Fingleton | |
| Tim Draxl | ... | John Fingleton | |
| Deborah Kennedy | ... | Billie | |
| David Hoflin | ... | Harold Fingleton Jr. | |
| Craig Horner | ... | Ronald Fingleton | |
| Brittany Byrnes | ... | Diane Fingleton | |
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Mitchell Dellevergin | ... | Young Tony |
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Thomas Davidson | ... | Young John |
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Kain O'Keeffe | ... | Young Harold Jr. |
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Robert Quinn | ... | Young Ronald |
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Keeara Byrnes | ... | Young Diane |
| Mark Hembrow | ... | Tommy | |
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Simon Burvill-Holmes | ... | Brother Campbell |
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The true story of Tony Fingleton, a young man from a troubled family who found the inner strength to become a champion. Always overshadowed in his father's eyes by his brothers, it is only when Tony displays an extraordinary swimming talent that he feels he has a shot at winning his father's heart. Written by Crusader Entertainment
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The pride of a nation. The heart of a champion.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 for thematic material involving alcoholism and domestic abuse | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
27 February 2003 (Australia) See more »Also Known As:
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Box Office
Opening Weekend USA:
$24,520, 6 February 2005Gross USA:
$54,965Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$791,154Company Credits
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Crusader Entertainment, Pacific Film & Television Commission, Baldwin Entertainment Group See more »
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1.85 : 1
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Harold Fingleton: [to John] Wait'll these mugs see what you can do.
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Music by Ernest Ball
Lyrics by Chauncey Olcott and George Graff
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In the movie, Tony competes in the 100-meter backstroke, winning a silver medal at the Empire Games in 1962. In 1962, the Empire Games swimming events were measured in yards, and Tony won silver behind another Australian in the 220-yard event. When he is later told that "your event was today" in reference to the 1964 Olympics, it refers to the 200-meter backstroke - the 100 wasn't contested in Tokyo. See more »Quotes
Dora Fingleton: [about Tony, proudly] Your son's just won the junior championship.Harold Fingleton: [to John] Wait'll these mugs see what you can do.
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When Irish Eyes Are SmilingMusic by Ernest Ball
Lyrics by Chauncey Olcott and George Graff
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Saw this film at the Denver Film Festival and found it to be intense and moving. Tony Fingleton spoke after the film ended. Making this film was truly a labor of love and he was actually moved to tears as he spoke about his childhood. He said he no longer speaks to his brother-very sad. He said that the film was originally planned as a made for television program but the budget was too great as it is a period piece. Competitive swim buffs, Geoffrey Rush and Judy Davis fans alike should appreciate it. The actors playing the brothers when they are older are hot too ! I hope this film is able to be distributed widely so it can be seen by lots of people-it is a perfect film for families with older children . Highly recommend this film