The Boys in the Boat

A group of nine boys trying to do whatever they can to survive during The Great Depression find themselves in the prestigious sport of rowing. They achieved the impossible with no experience in the sport and only with their determination and grit. They went from junior varsity to Olympic gold medalists.

The incredible story of the 1936 US men's rowing team who achieved greatness when no one believed it was possible. The film skims the surface of the many facets of the story. The story focuses mainly on one person but gives some history of other team members. While sharing their incredible story, the film briefly summarizes the sport, how the boats are made, and the history of the college competition. The film is an inspirational watch and great for fans of history or sport.