Stats: 1993. Starring Leon, Doug E. Doug, John Candy. PG. Based on a true story.
Background: I was in seventh grade when Cool Runnings was released, and I remember really wanting to see it in the theater … but I didn’t. I can’t remember when I actually did see it, and I can’t remember when I bought it. How’s that for ya?
Reactions: This movie cracks me up! I love watching the Jamaican bobsled team as they, well, learn to bobsled. It’s really a comedy goldmine. Later, though, it becomes an inspirational story about perseverance, teamwork, and going after your dreams. Oh, and the scene at the end when they’re carrying the sled to the finish line always makes me cry (shocker there, right?)—especially when Junior looks over and sees his father, who is cheering and wearing a Jamaican bobsled team t-shirt.
Verdict: Keep
Fun Fact: Cool Runnings is directed by Jon Turteltaub, who has gone on to produce and direct several blockbusters—but I know him as the man who directed my favorite movie of all time, While You Were Sleeping!
This movie is funny! I also remember the show Doug, with Doug E. Doug.
ReplyDeleteThe show was called "where I live", don't know why I thought it was called Doug, but it was funny.
ReplyDeleteHmmm. Never heard of that show. I remember him from "Cosby," though.
ReplyDeleteAnother one that I've seen but can't remember.
ReplyDeleteThen you should definitely watch it again; it's hilarious!
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