If you read my blog you know that I love to support family friendly movies. The Mighty Macs is coming out in theaters today, Friday, October 21, 2011. I got to see a special online viewing of the movie and I have to tell you, I loved it! The movie stars Carla Gugino, Marley Shelton, David Boreanaz and Ellen Burstyn. The fact that it is based on a true story makes it even cooler to me. :)
Here is a little about the movie:
"It's 1971. Cathy Rush is a woman ahead of her time ... and she's about to embark on an adventure for the ages. A new era is dawning in the country and in collegiate athletics, where a national champion will be crowned for the first time in women's basketball.
In the lead up to this historical season, major universities are preparing their game plans to win that first title. Meanwhile a tiny all-women's Catholic college in Philadelphia has a more modest goal: find a coach before the season begins. Providentially, Cathy Rush is about to find Immaculata College.
Recently married, Cathy is dealing with the aftermath of a truncated playing career. While cultural norms would have her staying at home, she's willing to do the hard work necessary to help her new team reach their goals—or perhaps she's just trying to achieve her unfulfilled dreams through them.
From the beginning, her challenges are as imposing as the big-school teams Immaculata will face on the court. Cathy learns there is no gymnasium on campus, she receives little support from the school's Mother Superior, and the school is in dire financial straits. To top it off, she may not even have enough players to field a team!
While it appears the Macs don't have a prayer, all hope is not lost. With the help of Sister Sunday—a spunky assistant coach—and the support of a booster club of elderly nuns, Coach Rush creates a new game plan that just might bring the team—and the school—together.
Will this pioneer buck cultural norms and spur her rag-tag team to unexpected heights? Or will her hard-driving ways create a wedge between the coach and everyone around her? One thing's for certain: there's never been anyone like Cathy Rush at Immaculata!"
I would definitely make plans to go see this movie. What better time than opening weekend?
Ways to find out more info about this movie:
Website: http://www.themightymacs.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/themightymacs
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/MightyMacs1
I got to watch a free viewing of this movie in hopes that I would give a review. ALL opinions are my own.
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