Barracuda (2016)

In the heart of Melbourne, 1996, the golden era of Australian swimming is dawning. Amidst this backdrop, we meet 16-year-old Danny Kelly, a prodigious swimmer of humble Greek-Scottish descent. Earning a coveted scholarship to an illustrious boys’ school is his first leap towards his ultimate ambition—clinching Olympic gold. With the harsh reality of class differences and the relentless harassment from privileged peers, Danny's journey is far from smooth. His place within the school's prestigious social circles remains elusive, until destiny intervenes. Enter Frank Torma, the esteemed coach, who recognizes Danny's raw talent and becomes his guiding light. Under Torma's mentorship, Danny finds himself on a collision course with greatness. He also develops a complex friendship-cum-rivalry with teammate Martin Taylor, which further fuels his aspirations. This intricate dynamic sets the stage for Danny's metamorphosis into Australia's youngest swimming champion, earning him the formidable moniker, 'Barracuda'. Set against the backdrop of the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, 'Barracuda' is a poignant narrative of dreams, determination, and a relentless pursuit of glory. This cinematic journey is based on the award-winning novel by Christos Tsiolkas, capturing the essence of overcoming adversity in the name of ambition.

Barracuda is a drama movie featuring Elias Anton and directed by Robert Connolly.

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