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Theodore S Oct 10, 2018 Roary (John Savage) attempts to commit suicide by jumping off of a building. When he survives the fall since he landed onto a car, once out of hospital care he is then brought to a shelter for the disability since he is unable to function the same again. It is during then is when he makes a rapport upon asking for the nearest bar to have a beer. And begins to bond with the limping bar keep named Jerry(David Morse) who has inspirations of becoming a basketball player. Actress Diana Scarwid was nominated for Best Supporting actress as Louise for playing the eventual love interest for Roary. 2 time Oscar winner of "The Best Years of Our Lives" by the name of Harold Russelll also has a memorable appearance as Wings. See more

Harry W Aug 9, 2017 Sadly this little seen 1980 Oscar nominated film did not get the audience it deserved on its first release. Thankfully, Lionsgate released the film on DVD and it's currently available to rent on Amazon and with DVD on Netflix. Richard Donner is primary known for his fine work on the classic horror film The Omen and well crafted blockbusters such as Superman and Lethal Weapon. However, Inside Moves is really is finest film and he brings much conviction and subtle power to the ensemble story (well written by Valerie Curtain and Barry Levinson - Diner). John Salvage (so underrated) stars as a depressed/suicidal man given a second chance when he befriends a group of individuals who all frequent the same neighborhood bar. It's there he bonds with bartender Jerry (well played by another underrated actor - David Morse), a disabled man who dreams of someday playing professional basketball. These two men interact with a small group of individuals (many drunken and physically challenged) who gather for companionship and acceptance. It's nice to see 1946 Oscar winner Harold Russell (The Best Years of Our Lives) in his second screen appearance as part of the bar gang. All the performances are exceptional and we really care about these characters and want to see them achieve their goals/dreams/passions.At the sub-text this film really is about the need for connection and importance of friendships- two of the most important elements of our daily existence. This is really a wonderful film filled with many observant/uplifting and poignant moments. It's a new favorite! See more

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