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Based upon a true story, Madison is a father-son drama based on the highly publicized efforts in Madison, IN, during the hydroplane racing season of 1971. Jim McCormick (James Caviezel) has left behin... read more read more...d his life of hydroplane boat racing to settle down and start a family and take a job as an air-conditioner repairman. Though he tries to embrace his new life, he still longs for his racing days, and the boat has become the town laughing stock. The town has also experienced harsh financial strain and the rich corporate sponsors of Jim's competitors have stolen the spotlight again and again. The town of Madison is suddenly asked to host the prestigious Gold Cup championship, and Jim cannot resist, though the town is far less supportive. Jim rallies the community for support in an attempt to bring the pride back to it, though his wife, Bonnie (Mary McCormack), is eager to move to the big city and out of the doldrums of Madison, and his son, Mike (Jake Lloyd), has become disillusioned with the idea of the boat races and watching the larger contenders win every time. But Jim stubbornly presses on and soon is permitted to play again with the big boys. The film also features veteran actors Bruce Dern, Brent Briscoe, and Paul Dooley. ~ Jason Clark, Rovi

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PG, 1 hr. 39 min.

Directed by: William Bindley

Release Date: April 22, 2005

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DVD Release Date: September 13, 2005

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  • FilmFanatik
    January 14, 2011
    FilmFanatik
    I grew up near Madison, Indiana, lived there briefly and spent a lot of time there - so this movie is kind of special to me for those reasons. Other than that it's not really very good.
  • StaisilD
    November 11, 2007
    StaisilD
    It tells what is probably the most compelling story the sport has ever produced: how the little river town of Madison, Indiana, came to host the 1971 APBA Gold Cup race and how driver Jim McCormick struggled to lead Madison's community-owned racing boat, the Miss Madison, into t... read morehe race. But the movie largely focuses on the relationship between McCormick and his son, Mike (Jake Lloyd), who is about 10 years old. Some of the best scenes involve interaction between the two, who are portrayed as very likable small town people who are close. Mike is usually with his father and also often helps the Miss Madison team with menial tasks. The movie also does a very good job portraying Madison's love for hydroplane racing and working the classic underdog formula. In conclusion, "Madison" is a very entertaining family movie that has something for everyone to enjoy.
  • ThexBoredxHoosier
    January 2, 2007
    ThexBoredxHoosier
    Hey people, if you watch this, you can see my home town area!! the Madison of the movie IS the Madison, Indiana, that I grew up in! It was filmed there, and there was a premiere and evrything! the most excitement the town has seen in years, haha!!
  • pumpkincutie333
    June 22, 2006
    pumpkincutie333
    I think this is a good movie even though I have never seen it... it just seems like that kind of movie..hehe
  • attagirl1117
    March 22, 2006
    attagirl1117
    Was kinda one of those old movies, could have been a bit more eventful, but a good movie none the less, and its always good to see "ani" from star wars! :P

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Richard Roeper
April 25, 2005
Richard Roeper, Ebert & Roeper

You've seen a movie that has the exact same scene after scene and the sport's just been different. Full Review

Stephen Whitty
April 22, 2005
Stephen Whitty, Newark Star-Ledger

A stubbornly up-with-people schmaltzfest, it's the kind of corn that gives angst a good name. Full Review

Jack Mathews
April 22, 2005
Jack Mathews, New York Daily News

There isn't a scene, an action or a character that rings true, yet the narrative summary of the events that inspired it is a matter of record. Full Review

Kyle Smith
April 22, 2005
Kyle Smith, New York Post

Madison brings us the news that miracles really can happen, and an apparent case of divine intervention is the only reason this artifact is being dumped into theaters.

Roger Ebert
April 21, 2005
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

What is it about Indiana that inspires movies about small-town dreamers who come from behind to win? Full Review

Kevin Crust
April 21, 2005
Kevin Crust, Los Angeles Times

Near-comic predictability, 'What else could go wrong?' plotting and cliche-ridden screenplay sink it. Full Review

Justin Chang
April 21, 2005
Justin Chang, Variety

Neither Madison the town nor Madison the movie ever feels fully inhabited. Full Review

Anita Gates
April 21, 2005
Anita Gates, New York Times

Only moviegoers who care about nitrous-oxide injection systems or Madison itself are likely to appreciate it.

Jan Stuart
April 21, 2005
Jan Stuart, Newsday

That Madison would emerge from this thrilling chapter in its history as one of the biggest tourist towns in the Midwest is the film's one genuine surprise. Full Review

Bob Longino
April 21, 2005
Bob Longino, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Hilarious, thrilling, toon-like martial arts flick that's an absolute joy to watch. Full Review

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