- Language: English
- Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
- Number of discs: 1
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000BZISW6
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank:
#37,457 in DVD (See Top 100 in DVD)
- #74 in DVD > Action & Adventure > Action Stars > Nicolas Cage
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5.0 out of 5 stars
The Boy in Blue,
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This review is from: NEW Boy In Blue (DVD) (DVD)
This is an amazing movie based on a true story. Christopher Plummer and Cynthia Dale, although normally on stage, are equal to the main character - played by Nicolas Cage - who was brilliant in the role. The Boy in Blue
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great movie!,
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This review is from: NEW Boy In Blue (DVD) (DVD)
I have read some reviews, and they thought this movie was boring. It's not boring at all. I thought it was a great movie! I have always loved watching these rowers. We used to live by a lake when I was a kid and we would go down and watch them practice.Looking at Nic Cage's hot body isn't boring either!
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4.0 out of 5 stars (8 customer reviews) 24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
ENTERTAINING BIOPIC...,
By Lawyeraau - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Boy in Blue (VHS Tape)
This 1986 film features a very young, buff and brawny, athletic Nicholas Cage in the role of crude Canadian backwoods bootlegger, Ned Hanlan, who turned into a legendary world class rower. Discovered by an amateur oarsman and self styled entrepreneur named Bill (David Naughton), Ned, using a new style of boat with a sliding seat, is propelled to fame when he wins a race in Philadelphia against a heavily favored contender. His win was a total upset, bringing Ned under the scrutiny of a rich man's betting syndicate, headed by a wealthy man named Knox (Christopher Plummer). Knox, a man used to having his way by any means necessary, makes Bill an offer he can't refuse. Knox then takes over Ned's future and gets him a professional trainer in order to prepare him for major races. In the meantime, Ned and Margaret (Cynthia Dale), Knox's comely niece, begin a flirtation that ultimately turns into a romance after much angst. When Ned finally gets an opportunity to race against the Australian world champion, he discovers to his consternation and dismay just how much faith Knox has in his ability to win. What follows next causes Ned to be banned from racing in the United States. A chastened Ned, discarded by Knox, returns home and turns to Walter, the man who invented the boat with the sliding seat. He begs Walter to train him, so that he can enter and race in England on the Thames and vindicate himself. Walter really believes in him, so he gets Knox to agree to race his current boy wonder against his, but not before Walter has proffered Knox his life's dream. When the time for the race finally comes, betrayal, treachery, and skulduggery are the keywords of the day. To find out what happens during this career making race, and to discover what comes of the romance between Margaret and Knox, one should view this film. It will not disappoint. Christopher Plummer leads the cast with his chillingly portrayal of the rich and unprincipled Knox. Nicholas Cage attacks the role of Ned Hanlan with boyish and engaging enthusiasm, while David Naughton delights with his portrayal of Bill, the former manager and erstwhile friend. Cynthia Dale is charming in the role of Margaret, the niece who finds herself adopting the role that she was pledged to play by her uncle. The rest of the cast is likewise uniformly excellent. This entertaining and informative film about a turn of the century athlete will fully engage the viewer. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hard to find rowing film,
By N. McAfee "Nancy" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Boy in Blue (VHS Tape)
Films on rowing are hard to find. This film is a great testament to the hard work it takes to excell at a difficult sport and is quite inspirational! This is a true story of courage and grit. Anyone who likes rowing will enjoy this film.
5.0 out of 5 stars
It is amazing!!,
By Lukass - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: NEW Boy In Blue (DVD) (DVD)
It is real amazing and funny fiml!! =) Also it is fiml with very original plot!! =)
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