SPMD – Movie Listings
These pages contain a list of movies that sport
psychologists can use for teaching, consultation, or just for fun. For each movie, the listing includes the
sport or activity depicted in the movie, a brief description of the plot, the
sport psychological themes illustrated in the movie, and the rating of the
movie. Also available are links to
movies depicting the same sport or the same themes, a link to the IMDB entry
for that movie, and a link to offer your opinion of the movie. Enjoy your stay.
Ice Castles (1979)
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A blind figure skater pursues her dreams. |
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It’s Good to Be Alive (1974)
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Story about Dodger’s catcher Roy Campanella and his life after an automobile accident. |
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The Jericho Mile (1979)
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A convict pursues a chance to run in the Olympics. |
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Jerry McGuire (1996)
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A sports agent and his one and only client come to understand what is important in life. |
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Keeping Sport in Perspective Mental Skills Parents & Family Teamwork Winning
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K2 (1991)
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Young mountain climbers attempt to climb the second tallest peak in the world. |
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The Karate Kid (1984)
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Young boy learns from a master both the physical and mental aspects of Karate. Spawned three sequels (see below). |
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Aggression Anxiety Confidence Injury Mental Skills Motivation Parents & Family
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The Karate Kid II (1986)
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Further adventures of the Karate Kid and his mentor. |
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The Karate Kid III (1989)
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Yet further adventures of the Karate Kid. |
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Kingpin (1996)
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Bizarre comedy about an Amish Bowling phenom and his sleazy one-handed coach. |
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