# Rudy (1993)

> A determined steel-town dreamer battles academic, physical, and social odds to earn a place in Notre Dame football history.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/8598

## Facts

- Runtime: 114 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: David Anspaugh
- Cast: Sean Astin, Jon Favreau, Ned Beatty, Lili Taylor, Charles S. Dutton, Vince Vaughn, Greta Lind, Christopher Reed
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108002/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: earnest, uplifting, gritty, family movie night, sports movie marathon

## Synopsis

An underdog's relentless spirit shines as he fights against the odds to fulfill his dreams.

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