The Mighty Macs

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  • Opened October 21, 2011 
  • 1 hr 38 min
  • G
  • Parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 7+. More on child suitability

  • It’s 1971. Cathy Rush is a woman ahead of her time and she’s about to embark on an adventure for the ages. Recently hired as the coach of tiny Immaculata College, Cathy’s challenges are as imposing as the big-school teams her Macs will face. There is no gymnasium, no fan support and no money. To top it off, Cathy may not even have enough players for 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! Full synopsis

  • Cast: Carla Gugino, David Boreanaz, Ellen Burstyn, Marley Shelton
  • Director: Tim Chambers
  • Genres: Drama

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If you loved Rudy and Remember the Titans, you won't want to miss this one! Take the family!

by solarking

I saw the movie at the premiere last night in Hollywood and had a chance to hear from the Director, Tim Chambers and some of the cast (Carla & Marley). I can tell you that this is a "Must See" Movie....

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A Small Budget Film With Lots Of Heart.

by Alon Patterson

In today's world of bigger and better, sensation after sensation, we sometimes forget the simpler times when teamwork and personal achievement counted for something. This little gem of a film does...

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Mighty Macs

by Jackie-boy

Just one of the best feel good movies I've ever seen! A true story that is so exciting. I took 6 kids ages 9 to 4 and they loved it as did all my friends who went. If you have kids, girls...

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Critic Reviews

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Chicago Tribune
| Michael Phillips

The film doesn't pretend to be anything other than what it is: a story of one woman overcoming low expectations. Gugino and Burstyn and the young performers playing the young players do likewise. Read full review

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Orlando Sentinel
| Roger Moore

This tiny Catholic school for women dominated the sport at a turning point in history, and this plucky, old-fashioned sports drama sets the scene and tells the tale with a lot of heart and a dash of wit. Read full review

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
| Joe Williams

This true story fills a needed niche, spotlighting women's basketball in the era before Title IX promoted equal treatment. Read full review

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Philadelphia Inquirer
| Carrie Rickey

One wishes that Chambers had more gracefully integrated the stories of the individual players into this celebration of Rush. Read full review

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Carla Gugino as Cathy Rush in ``The Mighty Macs.''