Tin Cup (1996), Director: Gavin O'Connor, rated R language, sexual situations

Golf Pro. Love Amateur.

Starring: Kevin Costner, Rene Russo, Cheech Marin, Don Johnson, Rex Linn, Linda Hart, Dennis Burkley, Lou Myers, Richard Lineback

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ - good

"Sex and golf are the two things you can enjoy even if you're not good at them." - Roy "Tin Cup" McAvoy

Why watch this? I love a great comeback story. And any chance to see Cheech Marin on screen.

Plot Summary: Roy McAvoy is a washed-up golf prodigy managing a driving range in West Texas. He falls for his new golf student, Dr. Molly Griswold, who happens to be the girlfriend of his arrogant former college rival and PGA star, David Simms. Motivated by his feelings and a rivalry with Simms, Roy sets out to qualify for the U.S. Open and win Molly's heart. Let's hope his caddy, Romeo, can keep him under control.

Dad's Preview: This is my favorite film about golf. The quirky Costner portrays Roy McAvoy, a stubborn, golf has-been, working at a dusty Texas driving range. Sure, he has his local fans, but he ain't goin' nowhere fast. When Molly, an attractive psychologist, stops in for a lesson, he falls for her. To up the ante, she's dating Roy's old rival, David, still on the Pro Tour. This gives Roy the kick in the butt he needs to try again. Romeo, his one-time caddy, reluctantly agrees to help, knowing how damn temperamental Roy can be. The rest, as they say, is golf film history.

Regency Enterprises; Warner Bros.