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Independent Movie Night INDEPENDENT FILMS NOW BEING SHOWN at the HINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
Most
of these films are not subject to rating by the MPAA and may portray
adult themes. They are not recommended for individuals of age 17
and under without We'll supply the popcorn!
May 21, 2008 ARRANGED Directed by Diane Crespo and Stefan Schaefer
Rachel
is an Orthodox Jew, and Nasira a Muslim of Syrian origin. They are
both young
Film Movement selections are not subject to rating by the MPAA and are not recommended for ages under 17 without parental permission (89 minutes)
See a film on the making of Arranged.
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April 16, 2008 Touching Lives: Portraits of deaf-blind people A documentary film by Susan Hajjar ( Hingham resident and co-founder of the Deaf-Blind Contact Center in Boston ) and Myles Gordon (a veteran producer at Channel Five's “Chronicle”)
"Imagine a world without sound... Imagine a world without sight... Now put those two worlds together," begins the documentary "Touching Lives: Portraits of Deaf-Blind People. " Narrated by deaf-blind advocate, Susan Hajjar , who wrote and produced this remarkable film with Myles Gordon, "Touching Lives" invites hearing-sighted audiences to share the experiences of members of Boston's culture of the hearing and vision impaired.” In a series of interviews, "Touching Lives" captures aspects of the lives of five people who live with Deaf-Blindness. Woven in between their stories is the story of Susan Hajjar's personal connection to the Deaf-Blind world.
"Touching Lives” had its premiere showing at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston on January 9 and has been submitted to the New England Film and Video Festival.
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March 19, 2008 Gone Baby Gone Directed by Ben Affleck Based on the novel by Dennis Lehane When
a little girl is lost on the tough streets of Dorchester in Boston
two young private detectives are hired to take a closer look into
the mysterious disappearance. An edge-of-your seat crime drama that will have you talking long after it's over. With “electrifying and knockout “ performances by Casey Affleck, Morgan Freeman, Amy Ryan, Michelle Monaghan and Ed Harris
Rated R (114 minutes)
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February 20, 2008 Danny Deckchair Directed by Jeff Balsmeyer
An average guy uses gags and pranks to liven up his blue-collar life and accidentally ends up taking off in a deck chair strapped to giant helium-filled balloons while his friends watch helplessly from below. He starts a whole new life in the far-off town where he crash lands…until his old life catches up with him. Rated PG-13 [100 minutes]
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January 16, 2008 Amazing Grace
Directed by Michael Apted From the makers of Ray and acclaimed director Michael Apted , comes the inspiring story of how one man's passion and perseverance changed the world. Based on the true story of William Wilberforce ( Ioan Gruffudd ) , Amazing Grace follows his courageous quest to end the British slave trade. Along the way, Wilberforce meets intense opposition from members of Parliament but his minister, John Newton (Albert Finney), a reformed slave ship captain who penned the beloved hymn “Amazing Grace,” urges him to see the cause through.
Rated PG [118 minutes]
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December 19, 2007 Mr. Bean's Holiday
Directed by Steve Bendelack Rowan
Atkinson returns to his iconic role as the comical and endearing
Mr. Bean in
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October 17, 2007 Songcatcher Written and directed by Maggie Greenwald When
musicologist Doctor Lily Penleric , played by Golden Globe Award
winner Janet McTeer , is passed over for a prominent teaching position,
she leaves the city to visit Also featuring: Pat Carroll as Viney Butler, Iris DeMent as Rose Gentry, Taj Mahal as Dexter Speaks. Rated PG-13 (110 minutes) ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
September 19, 2007 Blow Dry Directed by Paddy Breathnach Starring
Rachel Leigh Cook, Josh Hartnett and Alan Rickman in a great ensemble
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August 15, 2007 Who the #$&% is Jackson Pollock?
Written and directed by Harry Moses From
Don Hewitt, the creator of 60 Minutes , comes this rollicking,
unforgettable true story of an ornery 75-year-old former truck driver
who takes on the pretentious After Teri Horton buys a $5 painting at a thrift store, a friend suggests that it could be an authentic Jackson Pollock worth up to $50 million dollars. Now, nothing's going to stop Teri – and her team of lawyers and forensics experts – from proving to the impenetrable art world that this trash –talking trucker is actually the extremely wealthy owner of a genuine Pollock! Rated PG-13 (74 minutes) Also... Short Special (7 minute)“Crossroads” filmed in Wompatuck State Park starring Hingham 's own Joseph Siriani (also currently appearing in Walt Disney's “ Underdog ”) Written, Directed and shown by permission of Frank Kerr Shown at the Rhode Island International Film Festival for independent film and video, August 7-12-07
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All systems
are “Go” for Charles Farmer. He's faced bank foreclosure, neighborhood
naysayers and a government alarmed by his huge purchase of high-grade
fuel, but Billy Bob Thornton portrays Charlie in this charmer about chasing dreams…and about what it means to be a family. 10,000 pounds of rocket fuel alone can't lift Charlie into the heavens. He needs a launch/recovery crew, and he has one of the best: his wife (Virginia Madsen) and children, dreamers all. They have liftoff. Our spirits have uplift. Gravity cannot hold down our dreams. The Astronaut Farmer is a heartwarming and fun story about the tenacity it takes to see a dream through.
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June 20, 2007 Leonard Cohen: I'm your man Directed by Lian Lunson (SCREENED AT THE 2006 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL)
The life and work of Leonard Cohen is celebrated in “ Leonard Cohen: I'm your man .” The documentary also includes performances and interviews by artists that Cohen has inspired, including U2, Beth Orton, Jarvis Cocker, Rufus Wainwright, and more. Sure to please both die-hard Cohen fans and the newly initiated, this film is a beautiful record of captivating music and an intimate portrait of a truly singular artist – poet, songwriter, cultural icon.
"Mesmerizing! Movingly captures Leonard Cohen's lifelong search for truth and beauty and his translation of it into song." -- USA Today
Rated PG-13 [103 minutes]
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May 16, 2007 The Queen Directed
by Stephen Frears
An intimate, moving portrait of Queen Elizabeth and Tony Blair following the untimely death of Princess Diana. The Queen's restrained reaction causes a public relations debacle that Prime Minister Blair must defuse. The two struggle to reach a compromise between what was a private tragedy for the Royal family and the public's demand for an open display of mourning.
Academy Award Best Actress Helen Mirren
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April 18, 2007 Step Up Directed
by Anne Fletcher Rated
PG-13 [103 minutes]
Incredible dancing and awesome music fuel Step Up , the exhilarating and inspiring movie starring Channing Tatum ( She's The Man, Coach Carter ) who sizzles as Tyler Gage, a rough and streetwise hunk with raw talent. When Tyler finds himself doing community service at a school for the performing arts, he also finds Nora, a beautiful and privileged classically trained dancer who's searching for a temporary replacement for her injured dance partner. Spying Tyler 's smooth moves, Nora decides to take a chance on him. But as they begin training, tension builds, tempers flare and the differences in their backgrounds explode – igniting this electrifying tale about not giving up on your dreams.
::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: March 21, 2007 “The Heart of the Game” Directed by Ward Serrill Rated PG [103 minutes]
Go courtside for a true-life rush like no other in this passionate and inspirational documentary in the same powerful tradition as “Hoop Dreams.” Director Ward Serrill brings the camera up close and personal to capture Roosevelt Roughriders girl's basketball team during six turbulent seasons, taking us far beyond the court. You'll meet Bill Resler , the tax professor turned hard-driving unorthodox coach who turns the team around – and Darnellia Russell, the talented inner-city tough girl who battles off-court threats to regain eligibility. You'll meet a real team full of drive, toughness and the unbridled desire to make history.
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February
21, 2007 “Broken Bridges”
Directed by Steven Goldman Rated PG-13 [104 minutes]
When a down and out country music singer (Toby Keith) is forced to face his past after the death of his brother, he returns home to find his high school sweetheart (Kelly Preston) and a 16-year-old daughter (Lindsey Hauebruaryn) he's never met. Broken Bridges takes you back to small town America where important things matter like family, country and duty, and shows that sometimes by going back, you really can move forward. Burt Reynolds co-stars as the gruff patriarch of Preston 's small town family, while Tess Harper plays her nurturing mother. Willie Nelson and Anna Maria Horsford round out this truly diverse ensemble cast. Broken Bridges also features a soundtrack full of memorable songs and marks Toby Keith's debut in a feature film lead role.
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January 17, 2007: "Invincible" Directed by Ericson Core Rated PG [104 minutes]
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Vice President Al Gore presents an eye-opening and compelling view
of the
“In 39 years, I have never written these words in a movie review, but here they are. You owe it to yourself to see this film.” – Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
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Inspired
by a hilarious true story, this refreshing, feel-good comedy comes
from the
"Two thumbs up!" -- Ebert & Roeper "An irresistible crowd-pleaser!" -- Glamour "Quite enjoyable, effortlessly well-done on every level..." -- Chicago Tribune
:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: October 18, 2006: "The Miracle Match" also known as “The Game of Their Lives” Directed by David Anspaugh [ Hoosiers] English 101 minutes In 1950,
most Americans had only a passing familiarity with the game of soccer,
even though it was the world's most popular sport, and few athletes
in the United States played the game with any particular degree
of expertise. However, when an :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: September 20, 2006: " Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World" Written & Directed by Albert Brooks Rated PG-13 (98 minutes)
A nation
called out in its time of need. Albert Brooks answered. Yes, he
would Acclaimed Filmmaker Brooks, writes and directs this observant and slyly hilarious culture clash. Is laughter the best medicine for an ailing world? Find out as Brooks pokes fun at his own preconceived notions in events ranging from a fish-out-of-Ganges standup gig to a meeting with Al- Jazeera honchos to a blindfolded trip into the unknown territory of Pakistani comedians.
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August 16, 2006: "The Station Agent" Directed by Tom McCarthy Rated R (89 minutes)
The Station
Agent stars Emmy Award winner Patricia Clarkson (TV's Six Feet
Under, Winner of 2003 Sundance Festival awards :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: July 19, 2006 : "On a Clear Day". Directed by Gaby Dellal Rated
PG-13 (99 Minutes) It's the ultimate personal challenge - swimming the English Channel . But as Frank Redmond (Peter Mullan, Braveheart , Trainspotting) plunges headlong into his new life, his friends get swept up in his quest, filling his training with laughter and camaraderie as he repares for the most extraordinary test of human endurance. On a Clear Day is an inspirational and heartwarming story of family, friends and one amazing adventure that will stay with you forever.
:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: JUNE 21, 2006 : "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill". Directed by Judy Irving The film's
endearing guide is Mark Bittner, a local bohemian, but the cast
members, a rambunctious flock of urban parrots, are the true stars.
The film follows the ups-and-downs of these wild birds within the
green niches of San Francisco as Bittner Packed with romance, comedy and a surprise ending that "makes you want to fly out of the theater" (San Jose Mercury News) , The Wild Parrots Of Telegraph Hill shows just how amazingly similar the human and animal worlds can be. Showing by permission of Ken at Shadow Distribution, Judy Irving and Mark Bittner with the request to provide the following information: to order this DVD/VHS and other items that will help out the nonprofit organization making this film, go to the Pelican Media web site store: www.pelicanmedia.org/store.htm. Read more about Mark Bittner and the wild parrots of Telegraph Hill in the San Francisco Chronicle. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: May 17, 2006 An Unfinished Life. Directed by Lasse Hallstrom Rated
PG13 (108 minutes) Einar Gilkyson (Robert Redford) is a crusty old rancher who does what he can to hold onto his Wyoming ranch. It's been a struggle for years; his son was killed in a car crash, his wife left him, and his longtime friend and helper Mitch Bradley (Morgan Freeman) was recently mauled by a bear. Now, Einar has to care for Mitch. Jean and her daughter, Griff, have to leave Jean's current abusive boyfriend. The only place they can go is the ranch of Griff's grandfather, Einar, who only learns of his granddaughter's existence upon their arrival, opening the way for unexpected connection, adventure, risk, forgiveness and redemption. Also starring, Jennifer Lopez, Josh Lucas, Camryn Manheim, Damian Lewis and introducing Becca Gardner :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: April 19, 2006 The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio Directed by Jane Anderson Rated PG-13 (108 minutes) Anything
is possible with a little laughter and a lot of heart in this incredible
true
Rated PG-13 (99 minutes)
:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: March 15, 2006 Le Grand Voyage Directed by Ismael Ferroukhi A few weeks before his college entrance exams, Reda (Nicolas Cazale ), a young man who lives in the south of France , finds himself obligated to drive his father to Mecca . The wide cultural and generational gap between the two is worsened by their lack of communication. Reda finds it hard to accommodate his father, who demands respect for himself and his pilgrimage. From France , through Italy , Serbia , Turkey , Syria , Jordan to Saudi Arabia , the two embark on a round trip that will change their lives. Arabic and French with English subtitles ( 108 minutes) ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: February 15, 2006 Bride and Prejudice Directed by Gurinder Chadha
English ( 111 minutes) Musical romantic comedy ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: January 18, 2006 Martin Luther King: a commemorative collection documentary
This 55 minute documentary was made possible by the Martin Luther King,Jr. Foundation for Non-violent Social Change, Inc. It includes historical film footage of the: Montgomery Bus Boycott,1956; the Birmingham campaign,1963; the Selma campaign, 1965; Bill Cosby and Dick Gregory at Morehouse; Martin Luthre king,Jr. receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, 1964; and countless recollections of those who knew him best. ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: December 21, 2005 March of the Penguins Directed by Luc Jacquet
Every year, thousands of emperor penguins make an astonishing journey to breed their young. They are birds, but they do not fly. They are aquatic animals, but this time they will not swim. Instead, they walk - marching day and night in single file 70 miles into the darkest, driest and coldest climate on Earth. Narrated by Morgan Freeman, "March of the Penguins" , is an amazing, awe-inspiring, all-ages, true-life tale touched with humor and alive with thrills. Breathtaking photography captures the transcendent beauty and staggering you-are-there drama of devoted parent penguins who, in the face of the fierce polar winter, take turns guarding their egg and trekking to the ocean in search of food. Predators hunt them, storms lash them, but the safety of their adorable, fuzzy chicks makes it all worthwhile. So follow the leader.to adventure! Rated G [80 minutes]
::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: November 16, 2005 Campfire Directed by Joseph Cedar The year is 1981, Rachel Gerlik, a 42 year-old widowed mother of two teenage daughters, wants to join the founding group of a new settlement in the West Bank. The settlement's acceptance committee won't approve her unless she demonstrates that she and her daughters can meet the group's religious and ideological standards. When her youngest daughter is accused of seducing some boys from her youth movement, Rachel is forced to weigh her allegiances. Only Yossi, a lonely bachelor, can show Rachel that living as an outcast is not as bad as it seems. 96 minutes; Hebrew with English subtitles Israel's selection for Best Foreign Film, 2005 Academy Awards :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
October 19, 2005 Einstein's Wife Directed by Nicola Woolmington When Albert Einstein died in 1955 he left behind a remarkable scientific legacy, and an extraordinary secret. In 1986 love letters were discovered which revealed a marriage hidden in the shadows for more than 30 years. Before moving to America in 1933 with his second wife and first cousin Elsa, Einstein had married his university sweetheart and scientific collaborator Mileva Maric. Einstein, contrary to popular belief, did not work alone in the years leading to the great scientific achievements of 1905. Maric mathematician, collaborated with him on three famous works: Brownian Motion, Special Relativity Theory and Photoelectric Effect, which won the Nobel Prize for physics in 1921. Until now this collaboration was erased from history. Drawing on long-hidden documents, love letters and biographies "Einstein's wife" pieces together a partnership of extraordinary passion and intellect that led to one of the greatest theoretical breakthroughs in the twentieth century. 60 minutes; English language ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: September 21, 2005 Let the church say amen Directed by David Petersen Blocks away from the White House and the Capitol stands a tiny storefront church, endeavoring to combat the street violence, unemployment, and homelessness that threaten American families living in poverty. Over the course of a year, this feature-length documentary by Academy Award nominated director David Petersen follows four church members as they work to fulfill their dreams for a better life. ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: AUGUST 17, 2005 “Seducing Dr. Lewis” Directed by Jean-Francois Pouliot Jean-Francois Pouliot’s Sundance Film Festival award-winning film is the beguiling story of a ragtag community on a tiny, impoverished island who must persuade a young Montreal-based doctor to live in their town in order to get a much needed factory. And thus the seduction of the young Doctor Lewis (David Boutin) begins, as the entire village works to convince a big-city, cosmopolitan doctor that this isolated village is the ideal place to live. From pretending to love cricket to preparing a “Festival de Beef Stroganoff” (his favorite dish), the villagers will do anything they can to keep Dr. Lewis. However, as Dr. Lewis begins to fall under their spell, will they end up going too far? French with English subtitles, Comedy, Not Rated (109 minutes) ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: July 20, 2005 “Camp” Directed by Todd Graff An extremely talented young cast shines in this “energetic musical romp” (Los Angeles Times) about a drama camp where the outcasts of today hone their skills to become the stars of tomorrow! Packed with romance, laughs and “genuine show stopping musical numbers” (The Washington Post), “a blast of exuberant fun” (Rolling Stone)! Every summer, talented kids with big voices and even bigger dreams flock to Camp Ovation. But this year, a sexy new guy, Vlad, is not only stealing the show…he’s stealing the heart of every girl he encounters. And as the biggest day of camp approaches, the young performers must overcome backstabbing, unrequited love and Vlad’s unpredictable libido to pull off the greatest show of their lives! “A
delirious musical comedy romp. You have to love it!” The New
York Times ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: June
15, 2005 “Pop & me” Directed by Chris Roe ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: May
18, 2005 : “Casa de los babys” Directed by John Sayles ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: April
20, 2005 : “Wilby Wonderful” Directed by Daniel MacIvor ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: March
16,2005: “Marion Bridge” Directed by Wiebke von Carolsfeld ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: February
16, 2005: “Osama” Directed by Siddiq Barmak ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: January
19, 2005: “Inch’ Allah Dimanche” Directed by Yamina
Benguigui ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: December
15, 2004: “The Republic of Love” Directed by Deepa Mehta ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: November
17, 2004: “Buddy” Directed by Morten Tyldum ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: October
20, 2004: “Morlang” Directed by Tjebbo Penning ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: September
15, 2004: “The Rage in Placid Lake” Directed by Tony
McNamara ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: August
18, 2004: “Carol’s Journey” Directed by Imanol
Uribe ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: July
21, 2004: “The Middle of the World” Directed by Vicente
Amorim ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: June
16, 2004: “Long life, happiness and prosperity” Directed
by Mina Shum ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: May
19, 2004: “OT: Our Town” Directed by Scott Hamilton
Kennedy ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: April,
21, 2004: “Ginger and Cinnamon” Directed by Daniele
Luchetti ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: March
17, 2004 Premiere Feature : “The Party’s Over”
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teachers
at a public school in 
this
outrageous comedy advnture! Mr. Bean can't believe his luck when
he wins a camcorder and an all-expense-paid vacation to the French
Riviera. But during his train journey to the south of France, he
falls face first into a series of mishaps and fortunate coincidences,
all of which are caught on camera and far-fetched enough to ensure
his own makeshift entry into the Cannes Film Festival! Mr. Bean's
Holiday is an irresistible comedy for everyone.
cast-
the Academy Award nominated writer of The Full Monty has
crafted a hilarious story about the things everyone wants in life:
love, happiness and great hair! As the National Hair Championships
descend upon a small town in England, the country's top stylists
aren't expecting much from the local talent. But they didn't count
on Phil Allen (Rickman), the retired golden boy of the competition
circuit, entering the fray! Also starring Natasha Richardson, Rachel
Griffiths and supermodel Heidi Klum's laugh along as the locals
dazzle the out-of-towners with some hair do's and don'ts!. "Scintillating
and heartwarming." -- New Times Los Angeles "It's fun." -- Washington
Post 
world
of fine art. 
invitation
was extended to the United States to participate in the World Cup
tournament in Brazil — the international soccer championship held
every four years — Bill Jeffrey was determined that America participate.
In less than two weeks, Jeffrey assembled a team comprised mostly
of players from St. Louis (where soccer had developed a small but
loyal following) and the East Coast (where the game gained a foothold
on college campuses), with immigrants from Haiti, Portugal, and
Scotland filling out the ranks. Against all odds, the Americans
not only made it to the World Cup games, but defeated the British
team (favored by many to win the championship) in the greatest upset
of the 1950 games. The Miracle Match is a sports drama
based on the remarkable true story of the 1950 United States team,
featuring 
story
of an extraordinary woman who raised 10 kids on 25 words or less.
Julianne Moore stars as Evelyn Ryan, a devoted housewife and mother,
who uses her knack for words to win thousands of dollars in "jingle
contests" to keep her family together. Also starring Woody Harrelson,
this engaging film mixed with comedy and drama celebrates the power
of a winning spirit. 