Customer Ratings & Reviews

This moving family drama, based on actual events, tells the story of a high school teacher who comes to work in a rural, Hispanic community. His cross country team, made up of poor boys who work in the fields before and after school, gradually starts winning and changing lives. The basic plot of teacher-brings-hope-to hopeless-kids has been done many times, and yet this movie is not corny or overly-sentimental. The performances are honest and touching; several parts are played by local first-time actors. Kevin Costner is excellent as the coach and the epilogue over the final credits brought (happy) tears to my eyes. It is inspiring and often surprising. Highly recommended.

I personally think Kevin Costner is having a renaissance of a film career, with this film being the pinnacle of it. It is such an inspiring movie. It had me in tears multiple times.

This movie is a great movie it helps us understand the struggles that students face when working on the fields and still trying to be successful and educated. It was based on a true story. Definitely recommended.

The story is inspiring for young and old alike. If you want to see something worthy of spending your time, this is one you should take the time to watch.

Kevin Costner delivers one of his best roles in this true story about a high school football coach fired from a previous job and taking on a position in a school in California in one of its smallest towns populated by Mexican Americans.

True story about a high school California track team. Another great Kevin Costner sports film.

I really enjoyed the movie. Disney should make more movies like this one.

Very enjoyable whether or not you're a sports fan.

GREAT MOVIE,GREAT STORY,GREAT ACTING PERFORMANCES,REALLY LIKE KEVIN COSTNER

One of Costner's better movies, long but good! Runs long but worth it.

Loved the inspiration of the main character, played by Kevin Costner.

Very good movie, but might not be completely accurate.

great movie all wrapped up under one cover. Thanks

This was an excellent movie, especially if you are a Kevin Costner fan or a sports fan. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie and would highly recommend it.