Monday Morning Maybe

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Poster for The Cup

The Cup

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2011 | 106 min | Drama, History

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With just 28% on Rotten Tomatoes, almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Tailor-made for people who get choked up at a comeback and animal lovers. You don't need to know the game to feel the big moments. Shelve it next to Ford v Ferrari or Rudy. An animal steals a fair few scenes.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Character-first and patient, at 1 hr 46 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
  • Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.

At the heart of this true story is Damien Oliver, a young jockey who loses his only brother in a tragic racing accident, hauntingly reflecting of the way their father died 27 years earlier. After suffering through a series of discouraging defeats, Damien teams with Irish trainer Dermot Weld, and triumphs at the 2002 Melbourne Cup in one of the most thrilling finales in sporting history.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsWeak

    28% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 10K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Simon Wincer

  • Stephen CurryDamien Oliver
  • Brendan GleesonDermot Weld
  • Tom BurlinsonDave Phillips
  • Jodi GordonTrish Oliver
  • Daniel MacPhersonJason Oliver
  • Martin SacksNeil Pinner
  • Alice ParkinsonJenny
  • Shaun MicallefLee Freedman
  • Kate BellClaire
  • Colleen HewettDamien's Mother - Pat