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Personal Best 1982

“When you run into yourself you run into feelings you never thought you had.”

★ 6.0/10 R Drama Released
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What is Personal Best?

Personal Best is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1982
Status
Released
Runtime
124 minutes
Release date
Feb 5, 1982
Studios
Geffen Pictures
Genres
Drama
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80 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.6/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama

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Personal Best is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.

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Should you watch it?

“Two track-and-field teammates navigate a romance that complicates their athletic aspirations.”

Reasons to watch
  • explores an uncommon sports theme
  • features a complex relationship between athletes
Keep in mind
  • romance complicates athletic competition
  • intimacy creates personal friction

Watch it if you want to see a drama about sports and relationships.

The film contains romantic and dramatic themes suited for mature audiences.

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What is the film about?

The film is about the lesbian relationship between two track-and-field teammates whose relationship might interfere with their performance.

Who is Chris Cahill?

Chris Cahill is a young sprinter who has difficulty reaching her potential as an athlete until she meets Tory Skinner.

Who is Tory Skinner?

Tory Skinner is an established track star who helps Chris with her training alongside her coach.

How does the relationship between Chris and Tory change?

They form a friendship that evolves into a romantic relationship.

What complicates their intimacy?

Their intimacy becomes complicated when Chris improves and they become competitors for the Olympic team.

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