Morning Light

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  • PG
  • 2007
  • 1 hr 38 min
  • 5.7  (416)
  • 51

The movie Morning Light, released in 2008, is a gripping documentary that chronicles the journey of a group of young sailors as they undertake the most grueling sailing race on earth - the Transpacific Yacht Race. The film follows the team of 11 sailors in their quest to become the youngest crew to ever win this 2,225 nautical mile race from Los Angeles to Honolulu. Through candid interviews and breathtaking footage, Morning Light captures the triumphs and challenges of the crew as they push their physical and mental limits to the brink.

The movie opens with the crew's arrival in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, where they begin their intense training for the race. The skipper, Roy Disney, nephew of Walt Disney, sets the tone for the film by emphasizing the importance of discipline, teamwork, and focus to succeed in the race. The crew is a diverse mix of men and women, with varying sailing experience, but each member shares a common passion for the sea and a determination to win the race.

As the training intensifies, we witness the crew's physical and emotional struggles. Week by week, the sailors are put through rigorous exercises both on and off the water. From high-intensity cardio to strength training and grueling sea trials, the film captures the exhausting and demanding preparation required to partake in one of the world's most challenging yachting races.

The film not only captures the athletes' sailing experience, but also the human story of each individual crew member. The interviews with each sailor are revealing and touching, revealing each person's unique narrative, their motivations to be part of the crew, and how they cope with the challenges they face. We learn some members come from affluent backgrounds while others come from modest means, and how they cope with the financial and logistical challenges of this undertaking.

As the sailing team embarks on the race, the viewer is swept up in the drama of what it means to race across the vast Pacific Ocean. The movie provides an inside look at the crew's strategies and logistics, including on-board navigation and communication, essential to winning the race. However, the sailors soon realize that they are in for an even greater challenge than they expected.

The Transpac race is known for being treacherous with challenging wind and ocean conditions, the crew faces gigantic waves and unpredictable weather. Among these hardships, the crew is pushed to their limits physically, psychologically, and emotionally. They are left to grapple with sea life in proximity to boats and the lack of sleep required during the race, all while trying to maintain their focus and concentration. The film captures the crew's raw emotions throughout the race, amid a dangerous ocean and intense competition.

Despite the challenges the crew faces, they remain steadfast in their commitment to winning the race. The viewer is taken on a trip through the sailors’ journey, as they navigate the complex tides and winds while balancing self-management, team harmony, and the intensity of their passion to conquer the Pacific Ocean. The persistent focus and leadership of the crew, coupled with sensational visuals of the ocean and its wildlife create a captivating movie experience.

In the end, the film does not only capture the majestic beauty of the ocean, but also offers a rich and engrossing story of human spirit in the face of great challenge. The movie's stunning visuals of the sea, the sky, the shifting light and shadow provide the perfect backdrop to the personal journeys of the young sailors. Morning Light is a compelling and inspiring story of youth, hard work, and perseverance, which will leave the viewer sailing on a sea of emotions. This documentary is an absolute must-watch for anyone interested in sailing, perseverance or just plain adventure.

Morning Light is a 2007 documentary with a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.7 and a MetaScore of 51.

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  • Release Date
    2007
  • MPAA Rating
    PG
  • Runtime
    1 hr 38 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.7  (416)
  • Metascore
    51
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