The story of Terry Fox's unprecendented cross-Canada marathon on an artificial leg for cancer research that made him a national hero.The story of Terry Fox's unprecendented cross-Canada marathon on an artificial leg for cancer research that made him a national hero.The story of Terry Fox's unprecendented cross-Canada marathon on an artificial leg for cancer research that made him a national hero.
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Just a fantastic movie about a man who was so selfless and so generous in his pursuit of curing cancer. It just brings me to tears when I think about what he did and sacrifice, it's very touching and moving. He didn't do this for any personal glory, he was just a man who felt that he could do something to raise money for cancer research and try to help out those who were worse off than himself. Terry Fox is so great because he was wise beyond his years and was so unselfish. Most people his age aren't concerning themselves about changing the world ( Terry wasn't either but now this is an annual event), most are worried about more trivial things in comparison. This TV movie does a great job of capturing Terry's perservering spirit. A great movie that I recommend to anyone who wants to watch a great story about a real man.
I'd have to say it was a very well done movie. I do not know much about Terry Fox but I think Shawn did a good job of portraying what Terry must have been feeling during that time. I found out at the end of the movie that he died about 4 months after he completed that run. Possibly the hardship he endured getting thru the run sped his eventual decline. But yeah, good job Shawn. He is getting better and better at acting. I think people should see the movie, especially if you do not really know about Terry. By the way, if your are a crier, be warned, this movie will have you bawling. Keep a box of tissues nearby.:) As for the quality of the movie, I think they did a good job making it look and feel like you are back in the late '70s early '80s. All in all, I approve.
I saw this movie at my school believe it or not!
I thought it was very very well done.
Shawn Ashmore was perfectly cast as Terry Fox by the way.
In my life, I have had some bad experiences with these kinds of movies but this one was different.
With this movie, it has substance, a good storyline, and a good cast which makes everything work just wonderful.
I thought it was very well done once again.
I also thought the cast was awesome, especially Shawn Ashmore-Terry Fox
The little bit of humor in this movie just made it perfect in my opinion.
Hats off to Shawn Ashmore and all of the crew for making a truly excellent film adaptation of the life of Terry Fox
Hats off especially to Shawn Ashmore for a truly great performance as Terry Fox.
I had no idea he was such a good actor but I know now!!!
10/10
I thought it was very very well done.
Shawn Ashmore was perfectly cast as Terry Fox by the way.
In my life, I have had some bad experiences with these kinds of movies but this one was different.
With this movie, it has substance, a good storyline, and a good cast which makes everything work just wonderful.
I thought it was very well done once again.
I also thought the cast was awesome, especially Shawn Ashmore-Terry Fox
The little bit of humor in this movie just made it perfect in my opinion.
Hats off to Shawn Ashmore and all of the crew for making a truly excellent film adaptation of the life of Terry Fox
Hats off especially to Shawn Ashmore for a truly great performance as Terry Fox.
I had no idea he was such a good actor but I know now!!!
10/10
Wow. Shawn did an amazing job of being Terry Fox. The movie was motivational, tasteful, authentic, and used very convincing digital editing. You'll definitely need some tissues though!
I grew up knowing about Terry Fox. We has studied him in school and I knew his story but to see this movie made the miracle of hope much more real to me. I'm the same age as Terry was when he did his run and I'm really amazed that someone my age accomplished so much and was so very mature and wise beyond their years.
I'm moved. Deeply Moved. I really hope they release this one on DVD even though it's suppose to be a TV special.
I grew up knowing about Terry Fox. We has studied him in school and I knew his story but to see this movie made the miracle of hope much more real to me. I'm the same age as Terry was when he did his run and I'm really amazed that someone my age accomplished so much and was so very mature and wise beyond their years.
I'm moved. Deeply Moved. I really hope they release this one on DVD even though it's suppose to be a TV special.
I just finished watching Terry and it was such an inspiring movie.. I felt such warmth in my soul. Terry Fox is a true ICON for us Canadians. As I was watching "Terry", I got news that my town in Newfoundland raised just over $92,000 for the cancer society. I was so proud. It was such an amazing movie. There couldn't have been a better person then Sean Ashmore to play Terry. I cried while watching this movie and it wasn't because of his death, it was because of this life. He was an amazing man. I kept thinking while watching the movie how I sometimes complain just walking across the street to go to the store while this courageous man jogged as far as he could across Canada. I just can't tell you how full my heart feels from this movie. Good work to all those who helped make this movie and to the family and friends of Terry Fox, God Speed.
God Bless Terry Fox and his family...May he live forever in our hearts and memories.
God Bless Terry Fox and his family...May he live forever in our hearts and memories.
Did you know
- TriviaIn the re-enactment of Terry Fox's speech in Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square, Terry is wearing a hockey jersey with nothing on the front. In real life, he was wearing Darryl Sittler's NHL All-Star Team jersey (with the NHL logo displayed predominantly), but the cost of licensing the NHL logo meant the shirt was left blank (though Sittler's name and number is still on the back)
- GoofsIn one scene, Bill Vigars refers to Canada Day, the July 1 holiday commemorating the Confederation of Canada. This may be perceived as an anachronism, as the holiday was not officially known as Canada Day until 1982; in 1980, its official name was still Dominion Day. However, it should be noted that informally, many Canadians were already referring to the holiday as Canada Day; the official name change *reflected* an already existing usage.
- ConnectionsRemake of Terry Fox: Le coureur de l'espoir (1983)
- SoundtracksTurnaround
Written and Performed by Stan Rogers
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