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1993 · 114 min · PG

Rudy

Directed by David Anspaugh · Drama, History

Rudy (1993) is a Drama film, directed by David Anspaugh set in Illinois and Indiana during the 1960s–1970s. It runs 114 minutes and is rated PG.

A sports drama and biopic, with a hopeful tone. Themes of family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Jerry Goldsmith
Cinematography
Oliver Wood
Cast
Sean AstinJon FavreauNed BeattyLili TaylorCharles S. DuttonVince VaughnGreta LindChristopher Reed

The world of this film

Setting

Where
IllinoisIndiana
Setting
Urban
When
1960s1970s

Premise & themes

Premise
Sports DramaBiopic
Themes
Family & Loyalty
Tone
Hopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
True Story

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