Is there a more inspiring film than Vision Quest? If there is I am not aware of it. Loudon Swain is an everyman who is just trying to find a little purpose in his life and he knows he has to capture the moment before it slips away forever. The soundtrack offers a sentimental yet necessary emotional element to the movie, which was a common, but often badly, utilized technique in the 80s. However, it comes together in Vision Quest beautifully. While the Journey songs obviously standout on the soundtrack, John Waite's "Change" is the unsung hero of both the soundtrack and the movie. Give it a listen and a watch. I dare you not to go out and start training for something right now. (bonus points if you see Forest Whitaker)
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This guy wouldn't stand a chance training with Rocky in Russia. You think running up some bleachers carrying a wood beam is tough? Try lifting a wagon! Drago would eat this guy for lunch...
ReplyDeleteNow, I will give you that Rocky trained in tough conditions, but Loudin certainly has the psychological edge. In the end though, i would give the victory to Rocky as he did defeat communism.
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