Vision Quest (1985)
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58% of critics liked it
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70% of users liked it
(6,712 ratings)
According to high school wrestler Matthew Modine, a spiritual "Vision Quest" is necessary for him to decide his future. Thus, Modine starts behaving in a manner that amazes even himself. The crowning achievement of Modine's new outlook on life is his romance with 21-year-old artist… More According to high school wrestler Matthew Modine, a spiritual "Vision Quest" is necessary for him to decide his future. Thus, Modine starts behaving in a manner that amazes even himself. The crowning achievement of Modine's new outlook on life is his romance with 21-year-old artist Linda Fiorentino. Somehow, all of this boils down to the standard "underdog makes good at crucial sports event" finale. Essentially Rocky and Breaking Away redux, Vision Quest is saved by the spirited performances of its young protagonists. Of historical value is the brief appearance by Madonna, whose voice is heard throughout on the film's music track. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Directed By
- Harold Becker
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- In Theaters
- Feb 15, 1985 Wide
- On DVD
- Jun 1, 2004
- Studio
- Warner Home Video
Critic Reviews
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Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews
Its saving grace is the understated and uncanny performance by Modine.
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Rich Cline, Shadows on the Wall
sappy but enjoyable
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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
Matthew Modine's affecting performance makes the coming-of-age flick click.
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Cast
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Matthew Modine
as Louden Swain
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Linda Fiorentino
as Carla
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Michael Schoeffling
as Kuch
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Ronny Cox
as Mr. Swain/Louden's Dad
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Harold Sylvester
as Tanneran
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Charles Hallahan
as Coach
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J.C. Quinn
as Elmo
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Daphne Zuniga
as Margie Epstein
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Frank Jasper
as Shute
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Roberts Blossom
as Grandpa
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James Gammon
as Kuch's Dad
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Jana Marie Hupp
as Sally
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Gary Kasper
as Otto
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Raphael Sbarge
as Schmoozler
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R.H. Thomson
as Kevin
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Madonna
as Special Appearance
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Forest Whitaker
as Bulldozer
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Jay Bonnett
as Thompson Teammate
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Tony Christianson
as Thompson Teammate
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Ted Collins
as Thompson Teammate
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Darrell Briggs
as Referee
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Tom Elkins
as Announcer
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Judith Hansen
as Elsie
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David Haugen
as Student Manager
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Kevin Kahl Lease
as Exercise Leader
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Fred Miles
as Louden's Opponent
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Sean Morgan
as Injured Salesman
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Ken Pelo
as Hoover Team Coach
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Paul Spangenberg
as Thompson Medic
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Cash Stone
as Official
- Nancy Klopper
- Andrew Shue
