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2004 · 135 min · PG

Miracle

Directed by Gavin O'Connor · Drama, History

Miracle (2004) is a Drama film, directed by Gavin O'Connor set in Minnesota and New York State during the 1970s–1980s, in winter. It runs 135 minutes and is rated PG.

A sports drama, with a hopeful and tense tone.

Composer
Mark Isham
Cinematography
Dan Stoloff
Cast
Kurt RussellPatricia ClarksonNoah EmmerichSean McCannKenneth WelshEddie CahillPatrick O'Brien DemseyMichael Mantenuto

The world of this film

Setting

Where
MinnesotaNew York State
Setting
Urban
When
1970s1980s
Season
Winter

Premise & themes

Premise
Sports Drama
Tone
HopefulTense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadEnsemble
Pacing
Measured
Based on
True Story

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