Tin Cup
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Tin Cup

Roy 'Tin cup' McAvoy, a failed pro golfer who lives at the run-down driving range which he manages with his sidekick and caddy Romeo in the West Texas... tin pot town of Salome, ends up signing over ownership to a madam of 'show girls' to pay off debts. His foxy novice golf pupil, female psychiatrist Dr. Molly Griswold, turns out to be the new girlfriend of McAvoy's sarcastic one-time college golf partner, slick PGA superstar David Simms, who drops by to play into Roy's fatal flaw: the inability to resist a dare, all too often causing him to lose against lesser players, in this case gambling away his car. Falling for Molly, Roy decides to become her patient; in order to earn her respect, he decides to try to qualify for the US Open, after starting off as Simm's caddy 'for the benefit of his experience'. His talent proves more then adequate, but over-confident negligence of risks, while pleasing the crowds, is murder on his scores, while Simms spits on the fans but never wastes a point... Show More

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Tin Cup is a 1996 comedy-drama film about Roy 'Tin cup' McAvoy, a former professional golfer living in a run-down driving range in the small town of Salome, Texas. McAvoy finds himself in debt and ends up signing over ownership of the driving range to a madam. Then he meets Dr. Molly Griswold, a psychiatrist who wants golf lessons. He soon learns that Molly is dating his old college golf partner, David Simms, a successful PGA superstar.

In an attempt to impress Molly, McAvoy decides to try and qualify for the US Open. Starting off as Simms' caddy, McAvoy soon discovers that his own talent is more than adequate. However, his lack of discipline and love for taking risks often costs him points. On the other hand, Simms shows disrespect towards fans but always excels in the game.

As McAvoy continues to pursue his dream, he must learn to balance his natural talent with strategy and discipline. With the support of his loyal caddy, Romeo, and the love of Molly, McAvoy faces various challenges and opportunities for personal growth.

Tin Cup is a heartwarming tale of redemption, love, and the pursuit of one's dreams. It explores themes of friendship, personal growth, and the importance of finding one's true passion.

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Release Date:

16 Aug 1996

Writers:

John Norville, Ron Shelton

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 3 nominations.