Cup

A remarkable Australian story
"The Cup" is a biographical film with a narrative that follows Australian jockey Damien Oliver and the 2002 Melbourne Cup.

It is a story that contains many layers including: the strong bond between West Australian brothers Jason and Damien Oliver, the prestige and tradition of the Melbourne Cup, the 2002 Bali Bombing, and overcoming grief.

The movie is compact and transpires at a steady pace, which allows the viewer to experience the different moods of the narrative in well timed portions.

The viewer is treated to a quality cast and this film was esteemed Australian actor Bill Hunter's final work. Tom Burlinson who starred in both "The Man from Snowy River" films and "Phar Lap: Heart of a Nation" appears in a supporting role. Irish actor Brendan Gleeson provides a strong screen presence and Stephen Curry and Daniel MacPherson are energetic and poignant.

It is a story that wonderfully captures the Australian spirit and persona...

Great Movie
This movie is a MUST SEE. The movie keeps your attention all the way through and is a movie that can be watched by the entire family.

A Thoroughly Enjoyable Movie
This movie tells a wonderful story and does so in excellent fashion in terms of the acting and cinematography. I highly recommend this movie, especially to anyone who likes horse racing, as I do.

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