McFarland

2015
129 min
PG

Directed by: Niki Caro
Written by: Christopher Cleveland / Bettina Gilois
Cast: Kevin Costner, Maria Bello, Ramiro Rodriguez
UK release: 25 September 2015

Jim White (Costner) is a down-on-his-luck high school football coach who sees that some of his Hispanic students have potential as cross-country runners. Based on a true story, this sports film shows unexpected grit and sensitivity and Costner gives a fine, nuanced performance that allows the supporting cast to shine.

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McFarland

21 Sep 2015

Kevin Costner is back to his nuanced best in this heartwarming sports film

Small films are sometimes where great actors go to die but, in Kevin Costner’s case, they’re where he goes to do fine work. The modestly budgeted McFarland is a good example. Like Bull Durham or Tin Cup, it's Costner playing the guy with the eye in an…