Swimming Upstream
“It's not easy being seventeen.”
Synopsis
This is a heart-wrenching story about a happy-go-lucky 17 year-old boy with a passion for life and love. Under his free spirit are problems that he must deal with. His mother died, his alcoholic father is unapproachable, and ...the biggest problem of all... he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The only support he receives is from a sister who also lives a fractured life, his immature best friend, and his girlfriend. "Swimming Upstream" is a moving and honest look at life's painful realities and how this teen deals with them.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert J. Emery
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Robertson, Robert J. Emery
- Original Title
- Swimming Upstream
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert J. Emery
Don Robertson, Robert J. Emery
Kevin Kelly
Robert J. Emery, Thomas J. Busch, Susan K. Ley
Department Leadership Roster
Robert J. Emery
Director
Robert J. Emery
Writer
Robert J. Emery
Producer
Thomas J. Busch
Producer
Kevin Kelly
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swimming Upstream
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What is Swimming Upstream about?
This is a heart-wrenching story about a happy-go-lucky 17 year-old boy with a passion for life and love. Under his free spirit are problems that he must deal with. His mother died, his alcoholic father is unapproachable, and ...the biggest problem of all... he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The only support he receives is from a sister who also lives a fractured life, his immature best friend, and his girlfriend. "Swimming Upstream" is a moving and honest look at life's painful realities and how this teen deals with them.
Who directed Swimming Upstream?
Swimming Upstream was directed by Robert J. Emery.
Who stars in Swimming Upstream?
The principal cast of Swimming Upstream includes Matt Czuchry, Ben Savage, Kelly Rutherford, Elisabeth Harnois, Michael Moriarty.
When was Swimming Upstream released and how long is it?
Swimming Upstream was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Swimming Upstream?
Swimming Upstream holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).