Semi-Tough

Semi-Tough

Year: 1977

Runtime: 108 min

Language: English

Director: Michael Ritchie

SportComedyRomance

Two football players, Billy Clyde Puckett and Marvin "Shake" Tiller, find themselves sharing a luxurious Miami apartment with their team owner's daughter, Barbara Jane. As they contend with the pressures of professional football, a romantic rivalry develops when Barbara Jane falls for Shake. Their shared living space becomes a playful battleground where love and the challenges of the sport intertwine, exploring the complexities of relationships and the highs and lows of a professional athlete's life.

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1

Shake and Billy Clyde's Friendship

Wide receiver Marvin 'Shake' Tiller and running back Billy Clyde Puckett share a close friendship on their Miami professional football team. They live together, providing a strong bond as teammates amidst the pressures of their sports careers.

Miami
2

Meeting Barbara Jane

Both Shake and Billy Clyde become acquainted with Big Ed Bookman’s daughter, Barbara Jane. Her presence introduces dynamics that complicate their friendship, as both men develop romantic interest in her.

Bookman's home
3

Shake's Transformation

Shake undergoes a transformation after joining the self-improvement course led by Friedrich Bismark. The B.E.A.T. program significantly boosts his confidence, prompting the development of romantic feelings towards Barbara Jane.

4

Growing Relationship

As Shake's confidence grows, so does his relationship with Barbara Jane, culminating in a romantic involvement. They look forward to a future together, including the prospect of marriage after the football season.

5

Bismark's Warning

Bismark warns Shake against pursuing a romantic relationship with Barbara Jane, emphasizing that 'mixed marriages don’t work.' This warning weighs heavily on Shake as he navigates his feelings for her.

6

Barbara Jane Joins B.E.A.T.

Determined to support Shake and understand him better, Barbara Jane decides to enroll in the B.E.A.T. program. Her experience, however, becomes an overwhelming challenge filled with exhaustion and self-doubt.

7

Billy Clyde's Secret Enrollment

Billy Clyde secretly joins the B.E.A.T. training to empathize with Barbara Jane's struggles. He navigates the bizarre rules of the course, showcasing his resilience in a comedic yet intense environment.

8

Emotional Confession

During a pivotal B.E.A.T. session, Billy Clyde expresses profound emotions, shocking his fellow trainees. This cathartic moment brings hidden feelings to the surface and complicates the dynamics between the trio.

9

Wedding Preparations

As the wedding day approaches, tensions rise. Shake's apprehensions about his relationship with Barbara Jane and Billy Clyde's feelings grow, setting the stage for potential conflict during the ceremony.

10

The Wedding Ceremony

The wedding ceremony takes place with Big Ed proudly escorting Barbara Jane down the aisle. However, when the minister asks Shake for his vows, he hesitates and ultimately declares 'no,' shocking everyone.

11

Chaos Unleashed

Shake's refusal to marry sparks chaos, igniting rage in Big Ed, who reacts with threats against Shake's career. This incites a physical confrontation, escalating tensions between the characters.

12

Billy Clyde's Confession

In the midst of the chaos, Billy Clyde reveals his earlier motivations to Barbara Jane, prompting her to reconsider everything about her situation. This revelation challenges the foundations of their relationships.

13

Newfound Connection

As the tumultuous events unfold, Barbara Jane and Billy Clyde find themselves exploring their true feelings for one another. They stroll along the beach, still in their wedding attire, marking a new beginning.

Beach

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