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(1980 TV Movie)

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Downhill racer
searchanddestroy-122 January 2017
One more film about ski, but instead of Bob Redford, you have David - Hutch - Soul. You will find in this TV feature the usual scheme of sport, former champion, comeback, love story, and of course rivalry between champs, and not only because of sport. No real surprise, but if you love mountain in winter, ski, etc, you will love it, or at least appreciate this pure family and home entertainment. Amusing, the trivia lines above. Of course I did not notice the Michael Mann's sentences, although I saw all of the HEAT director's films. David Soul is convincing in the main role. And Slim Pickens a moving character.

But everything is predictable, I warn you. Perfect Sunday afternoon entertainment for the whole family.
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4/10
David Soul vs. ultra-familiar story
mrb198028 March 2022
"Swan Song" was first shown as a TV movie on 8 February 1980 and stars David Soul, Jill Eikenberry, Slim Pickens, Murray Hamilton, John Van Dreelen, and JoAnna Cameron.

The plot is very familiar: individualistic, determined, and I-don't-take-nonsense-from-anyone champion skier (Soul) comes to town for the big race. Along the way are friendly old men, romantic jealousy, and professional rivalries before the big race. Guess who wins?

You've seen this movie before, you've just seen it with a different cast, in a different year, and set in a different location. The basic plot dates back to silent film days. If you're a fan of David Soul--and I suppose that there are still a few out there--you might enjoy this rather threadbare 42-year-old TV film. I found it familiar to the point of being tiresome.
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