The Great Leap
The Great Leap

Movie spotlight

The Great Leap

2021
Movie
108 min
English

A fantasy, road- movie regarding Man and Maryam that embark on an adventure road trip to find their missing along with three others remnant from the circus group.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users85%
Director: Peter FarrellyGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A disgraced former college basketball star, haunted by past mistakes, gets a chance at redemption when he's recruited to coach a ragtag team of players with developmental disabilities in a small town. As he reluctantly takes on the challenge, he learns more about himself and the meaning of true victory.

Critical Reception

The film garnered a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Efron and Crowe, and the heartwarming narrative. However, some reviews found the story to be predictable and formulaic, while others appreciated its earnestness and message of inclusivity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its uplifting story and strong performances.

  • Criticized for its somewhat predictable plot.

  • Commended for its sensitive portrayal of disability and themes of teamwork.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's feel-good nature and the emotional journey of the characters, finding it inspiring and touching. Some viewers felt the humor could have been sharper and the narrative more original.

Fun Fact

The film's screenplay was inspired by a true story, though details of the real-life coach and team remain private.

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