The Cutting Edge
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Actor: D.B. Sweeney, Dwier Brown, Moira Kelly, Roy Dotrice, Terry O'QuinnBrand: Twentieth Century Fox
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0; Spanish (Subtitled); French (Subtitled); English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0; French (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0; French (Dubbed), Dolby Digital 2.0
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 101 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2001-01-09
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Movie Reviews of The Cutting Edge
Movie Review: Wonderful Sappy Fun
Summary: 5 Stars
Usually I scoff at romantic comedies. Fluff gives me indigestion. However, this movie I LOVE. It is fluffy, it isn't necessarily a display of artistic genius...but somehow it resonates- and not just with me apparently, given all the great reviews here. Doug was a brilliant college hockey skater whose career ended during a game in the Calgary Olympics- not just his career falls apart when he loses some of his peripheral vision, but his personal life too: his college scholarship is canceled, and he's stuck working in a factory and playing in hockey bar leagues afterwards. Meanwhile, Kate is a beautiful, wealthy and popular figure skater who just cannot find a partner to skate with- and put up with her. She's got heaps of attitude and zingers for all occasions. She also had a traumatic experience at Calgary, and is basically stuck without a partner. Russian coach Pamchenko, Kate's trainer, when told by Kate's father to find her a partner, is at the end of the line until he remembers a "beautiful skater"- and thus Doug is recruited.
What ensues is lots of verbal sparring, hard work, and subtle signs that perhaps Kate and Doug aren't that different after all-and most importantly- form a perfect partnership in every way.
Moira Kelly is not your typical glam actress- her charm is subtle and elegant. She is very believable as aristocratic Kate- her eyes' performance alone deserve an Oscar. D.B. Sweeney is good-looking in an tough guy kind of way. Yet, they're not just flat stereotypes- Doug is tough- but he's also very kind-and fragile: he needs direction in his life, a goal. He has talent, but risks seeing it never develop because of a lack of opportunity. Kate is a pain in the butt, but she's also very vulnerable, filled with resentment toward her father and the expectations thrown upon her. She is a perfectionist, but no one has ever asked her what she wants from her life. There's a lot more going on under the surface here.
I like this story because it is a Cinderella story- but for both characters. Both are transformed because of the love they come to share. It's little things- like glances exchanged- that state that the movie is about relationships, partnerships, love, trust and faith.
It's a flawed movie in many ways, but it's a heck of a fun story. You forgive all because of the good acting of, frankly, the whole cast- but especially because of the charismatic leads.
Definitely a good watch before these Winter Olympics!!
Summary of The Cutting Edge
Moira Kelly (Dangerous Beauty The West Wing) and D.B. Sweeney (Roommates Memphis Belle) star as polar opposites who unite on the ice for a shot at Olympic gold in this inspirational romantic comedy from acclaimed director Paul M. Glaser (The Running Man). Brimming with wit charm and plenty of breathtaking sports action The Cutting Edge is a real winner!She s a rich and refined pairs figure skater whose prima donna attitude has her skating solo. He s a brash blue-collar hockey champion with a new injury and no future. With nothing in common but their dream of reaching the Olympics Kate and Doug are each other s last resort. Reluctantly they join forces but it s not long before the barbs and sparks start flying as the unlikely pair skate towards the opportunity of a lifetime: a chance at a medal...and a chance at love.System Requirements:Starring: D.B. Sweeney Moira Kelly Roy Dotrice Terry O Quinn Dwier Brown Chris Benson Kevin Peeks and Barry Flatman. Directed By: Paul Michael Glaser. Running Time: 102 Min. Color. This film is presented in "Widescreen" format. Copyright 2000 MGM Studios.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA Rating: PG UPC: 027616857743 Manufacturer No: 1001454Similar DVD Movies
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