Inspiring and True

Rating: 9/10 (13 December 2012)

"Miracle" is one of my favorite movies. It is not only a true, inspirational sports stories but a fine film. Kurt Russell turns in his best performance as Herb Brooks, the coach of the 1980 U.S. hockey olympic team.
Brooks is determined to beat the Soviets. They have dominated olympic hockey for years, technically amateurs, but really pampered professionals who dominate and intimidate their opponents.
The hockey players (actors) are truly amazing. Brooks slowly molds them into a cohesive unit--no easy task considering they are college kids and rivals in the hockey world.
There is one great scene after another, but one of my favorites is where Brooks tells them how they can defeat the Russians--"You don't defend against them; you attack them." Patricia Walker is also good, playing Brooks' wife, Patti, whose loyal support he needs desperately.
There is a good follow-up at the end of the movie telling what happens to the individual members of the team.
Great entertainment for the entire family!