The Simone Biles Story: Courage to Soar
PG
6.4
2018
1 hr 16 min
Drama
, TV Movie
Based on her book, this World Premiere film follows Simone Biles through the sacrifices and hard work that led her to win 19 Olympic and World Championship medals.
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- Cast：
- Jeanté Godlock , Kathleen Rose Perkins , Tisha Campbell , Raven Bowens , Kelsey Scott , Tim Beckmann , Julius Tennon
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Reviews
Waste of time
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a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.
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There are moments that feel comical, some horrific, and some downright inspiring but the tonal shifts hardly matter as the end results come to a film that's perfect for this time.
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It is encouraging that the film ends so strongly.Otherwise, it wouldn't have been a particularly memorable film
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