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Plot

Aside from the fact of his disability and the possession of a nickname, what does Tony "Ole" Olezniak (Vincent D'Onofrio), a bitter, blinded, football player have in common with wheelchair-bound Bernard "Bern" Lemley (Gregory Hines)? Absolutely nothing until Bern enthusiastically convinces Ole to join him in a whitewater rafting adventure as part of the first step in Bern's plan to offer this and other extreme sporting adventures to other disabled people. During their arduous journey, the disparate duo learn more about themselves and each other, and in so doing, become real friends. This film features appearances by sports-greats Joe Theismann and Roy Firestone as themselves.
MPAA Rating:
R for some sex-related language.
Genre(s):
Comedy
Run Time:
95min.
Theatrical Release Date:
03/07/1997
DVD Release Date:
05/06/1998
Director(s):
Richard LaBrie
Starring:
Vincent D'Onofrio , Gregory Hines , James Earl Jones , Max Gail , Joe Theismann
Themes:
Journey of Self-Discovery,Unlikely Friendships,Living With Disability
Tone:
Heartwarming,Reflective,Rousing,Stirring,Inspiring
Keywords:
camaraderie,disability,football,friendship,handicap,rafting,sports,white-water
Language:
English