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Red Dot on the Ocean: The Matt Rutherford Story

  • 2014
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 17m
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7.6/10
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Red Dot on the Ocean: The Matt Rutherford Story (2014)
Once labeled a youth-at-risk, 30-year old Matt Rutherford risked it all in an attempt to become the first person to sail alone, nonstop around North and South America. Red Dot on the Ocean is the story of Matt's death-defying voyage and the childhood odyssey that shaped him.
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Red Dot on the Ocean is the story of Matt Rutherford, a severely troubled youth, who became a sailing legend. Departing Annapolis, MD in a scrappy old 27-foot fiberglass sloop without fanfar... Read allRed Dot on the Ocean is the story of Matt Rutherford, a severely troubled youth, who became a sailing legend. Departing Annapolis, MD in a scrappy old 27-foot fiberglass sloop without fanfare, 30-year-old Rutherford braved the icebergs of the arctic and mountainous waves of Cape ... Read allRed Dot on the Ocean is the story of Matt Rutherford, a severely troubled youth, who became a sailing legend. Departing Annapolis, MD in a scrappy old 27-foot fiberglass sloop without fanfare, 30-year-old Rutherford braved the icebergs of the arctic and mountainous waves of Cape Horn to become the only person to ever sail single-handed, non-stop around the Americas; a... Read all

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    • Amy Flannery
  • Writers
    • Amy Flannery
    • Tory Salvia
  • Stars
    • Marlowe Macintyre
    • Herb McCormick
    • Doug Rutherford
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    7.6/10
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    • Director
      • Amy Flannery
    • Writers
      • Amy Flannery
      • Tory Salvia
    • Stars
      • Marlowe Macintyre
      • Herb McCormick
      • Doug Rutherford
    • 2User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
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    Marlowe Macintyre
    • Hersself - Matt's Mom
    Herb McCormick
    • Self - Sr. Editor, Cruising World Magazine
    Doug Rutherford
    • Self - Matt's Father
    Matt Rutherford
    • Self - principle
    Rachel Rutherford
    • Self - Matt's Sister
    • Director
      • Amy Flannery
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      • Amy Flannery
      • Tory Salvia
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    2Erik-Movie-Reviews

    Very Slow

    Matt Rutherford was very brave to attempt and complete his Voyage. That being said only about 1/3 of this Documentary actually was about Sailing or this trip. The other 2/3s deals with his childhood, learning disabilities, family's cult membership, as well as endless family and friends commentary about Matt and his life story before sailing.

    This footage would be tedious as a Home Movie, as a commercial Documentary it is close to unwatchable. I admire Matt's trip, but there is not enough relevant content about his Voyage for something worth watching.
    7sarahbelle77

    Uplifting and Inspiring!

    It's truly remarkable to hear of Matt's story. I very much enjoyed hearing about his previous challenges in life, how he decided to turn his life around, dedicate his life to others, and ultimately find true fulfillment and meaning in his own life.

    It's also amazing what he ended up accomplishing, as very, very few would be brave enough to do what he did. I thought it was interested how it was explained too that his ADHD may have given him an advantage in sailing such a daring voyage.

    Even if you're not into sailing, Matt's is a story that reminds us all that life can still be meaningful, and we can all change our lives and make a difference in the lives of others, even with past mistakes. It's never too late!! I pray for all reading this to get out there and find your purpose and passion!

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    • Release date
      • October 24, 2014 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Atlantic Ocean(St Brenden - Matt's sailboat)
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      • Flannery Films
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      1 hour 17 minutes
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