The Cutting Edge
The Cutting Edge

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The Cutting Edge

1992
Movie
102 min
English

Two former Olympians, one a figure skater and the other a hockey player, pin their hopes of one last shot at Olympic glory on one another. That is, of course, if they can keep from killing each other in the process...

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users82%
Director: Nancy MeyersGenres: Comedy, Romance, Sport

Plot Summary

A spoiled, temperamental figure skater is paired with a determined, blue-collar Zamboni driver who dreams of Olympic glory. Despite their clashing personalities and vastly different backgrounds, they must overcome their animosity and learn to trust each other to succeed in the cutthroat world of competitive figure skating. Their journey is fraught with humorous misunderstandings and unexpected romantic tension.

Critical Reception

The Cutting Edge was a surprise hit, praised for its charming chemistry between the leads and its unique blend of sports drama and romantic comedy. While some critics found the plot predictable, many lauded its witty dialogue and heartwarming performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • A delightful romantic comedy with surprisingly effective sports sequences.

  • The chemistry between Kyra Sedgwick and D.B. Sweeney is palpable and drives the film.

  • Offers a fresh take on the 'odd couple' trope with a sports backdrop.

Google audience: Audiences loved the genuine chemistry between the main actors and found the film to be a fun, feel-good romantic comedy. Many appreciated the blend of humor and the underdog sports narrative.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'Frozen Hearts', but it was changed to 'The Cutting Edge' because the filmmakers felt it better reflected the competitive and aggressive nature of figure skating.

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