Director Sarah Spillane (Around the Block) helms this true story drama based on Jessica Watson, the 16-year-old Australian who became the...
Director Sarah Spillane (Around the Block) helms this true story drama based on Jessica Watson, the 16-year-old Australian who became the youngest person ever to sail around the world—non-stop and unassisted.
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75 %20 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
72 %213 reviewsAudience score rating
9+Age suitabilityChildren & Media rating
"It all goes by fast... and nothing rocks the boat for long..."
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The New York Times
The New York Times"The messiness of life gets sanded off in the name of giving the people what they supposedly want."
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RogerEbert.com
RogerEbert.com"True Spirit has its flaws, but there is value in its earnest belief in the human spirit."
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News.com.au
News.com.au"A decent film of an exceptionally inspiring event. Recommended."
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Stuff
Stuff"Give credit to Spillane for making sure that this movie isn’t just about the heartwarming highs, but about the hard work it took to reach them."
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Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times"This is a family-friendly picture, wholesome and tailored for the American market -- although I suspect that director Sarah Spillane also shaped it to inspire teenage girls, in particular. And she does a good job within the constraints."
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Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Morning Herald"An anthem of teenage independence."
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Time Magazine
Time MagazineTrue Spirit | Details
- Rating
- PG, Language, threat
- Genre
- Adventure, Drama
- Country of origin
- Australia
