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| This 2001 film is being re-released due to the
success of The
Passion of the Christ staring James Caviezel. Madison has
the look and feel of a made-for-television movie. It is a "family
type" film. It
is a true story about the power of determination, drive and ambition. |
(2001) Film Review |
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| CREDITS |
| Directed
by William Bindley
Written
by William Bindley and Scott Bindley
Cast
(in credits order)
Jake Lloyd .... Mike McCormick
Mary McCormack .... Bonnie McCormick
James Caviezel .... Jim McCormick
Bruce Dern .... Harry Volpi
Reed Diamond .... Skip
Richard Lee Jackson .... Buddy
Kristina Anapau .... Tami
James Andelin .... Merle
Brent Briscoe .... Tony Steinhardt
Jason Callis .... Banner holder/Hydroplane Crew
Paul Dooley .... Mayor Don Vaughn
Mark Fauser .... Travis
Christopher Francis .... Regatta Spectator
Jane Galloway .... Audrey
Damian Golden .... Little Boy
Dominic Golden .... Little Boy
Fritzi Jackson .... Woman on party boat
Frank Knapp Jr. .... Bobby Humphrey
Corey Large .... Johnson
Brie Larson .... Racing Team Girl
Matt Letscher .... Owen Henderson
Madison Lloyd .... Girl
Peter Marmentini .... Crew Guy
Cody McMains .... Bobby Epperson
Byrne Piven .... George Wallin
Chelcie Ross .... Roger Epperson
William Shockley .... Rick Winston
Bob Tingle .... Sign Painter/Hydroplane Crew
Vincent Ventresca .... Walker Grief
John M. Watson Sr. .... Walter
Produced
by
Carl Amari .... executive producer
William Bindley .... producer
Adam Carl .... associate producer
Chris Dennis .... executive producer
Roy Millonzi .... executive producer
Hal Olofsson .... associate producer
Steve Salutric .... executive producer
Martin Wiley .... producer
Original
Music by
Kevin Kiner
Christopher Young (original themes)
Cinematography
by
James Glennon
John Gunselman (addional photography)
Film
Editing by William Hoy
MPAA: Rated PG for some mild
language and sports peril.
Runtime: 94 min
For rating reasons, go to FILMRATINGS.COM,
and MPAA.ORG.
Parents, please refer to PARENTALGUIDE.ORG
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| SYNOPSIS
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 Madison
is a father-son action/drama based on the inspiring true story of
the tiny river town of Madison, Indiana and its legendary efforts
during the hydroplane racing season of 1971. In addition to the thrills
of 180-mph flat-bottomed boat racing, the picture captures the spirit
of a small American River town struggling to stay alive as water transportation
has virtually disappeared. In
1971, Jim McCormick (Jim Caviezel) has left the dangers of hydroplane
boat racing behind him in favor of a wife, a family and a job
as the town's air-conditioner repairman. But deep inside, the
dream of once again piloting the community-owned Miss Madison
lives on. Sadly, like the town of Madison itself, the Miss Madison
is a shadow of her former self. Several years old and in constant
disrepair, the boat has become the laughing stock of hydroplane
racing. And the make matters worse, Madison's competitors on
the circuit, such as the Miss Budweiser, have rich corporate
sponsorships, top-of-the-line equipment, round-the-clock maintenance
and huge, well-paid crews. The Miss Madison struggles to even
make an appearance in the distant cities of Seattle, Chicago
and Miami where the boats must race.When Madison, on a fluke,
is offered the chance to host the prestigious Gold Cup championship,
it's too much for McCormick to resist, even though no one else
on the circuit wants them to do it – or thinks they can
afford it. But McCormick rallies his community in an attempt
to bring exposure and excitement to the dying town.Along the
way, Jim must deal with a skeptical town, a demoralized crew,
a wife, Bonnie (Mary McCormack), eager to move the family to
a big city economy, and a progressively more disillusioned son,
Mike (Jake Lloyd), tired of always being the underdog and watching
big money wing out over big heart at every race.But McCormick
is not to be deterred. With the help of his right hand Tony (Brent
Briscoe), and a reluctant favor from long retired boat mechanic
Harry Volpi (Bruce Dern), he stubbornly marches on. Not only does the town step up to the plate and
host the race with aplomb, they offer the rest of the teams a glimpse
to small town charm and hospitality. And while for Jim McCormick
the opportunity to race again is sweet, sweeter still is getting
the chance to show his son the importance of being proud of who
he is and from where he comes. |
Review by
DAVID BRUCE
Host of HollywoodJesus.com
|
 This
2001 film is being re-released due to the success of The
Passion of the Christ staring James Caviezel. Madison has
the look and feel of a made-for-television movie. It is a "family
type" film.
It is a true
story (read the synopsis for more details) about the power of
determination, drive and ambition.
 The
story examines the relationship between family, carrier and dreams.
In life, these often there collide and priorities get mixed.
What this story does is show how all there can come together
in a harmonious manner. The key ingredient here is community.
As the  dream
is shared in the context of family and friends, it becomes clear
that the real priority is not the dream, family nor one's carrier.
But rather a supportive community relationship that values each
other.
The Kingdom
of God operates like this! The prioity is always a supportive
loving community between friends. This is that kind of relationship
that this film is all about.
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