Barracuda
Winning is everything.
Created by Christos Tsiolkas
On ABC TV
A taut four-episode miniseries about a teenage swimmer's ruthless pursuit of Olympic glory in 1990s Melbourne, where ambition and identity collide in the pressure-cooker of elite sport and private school.
Melbourne 1996. The Golden Age of Australian swimming is beginning and a scholarship to an exclusive boys school brings 16-year-old Danny Kelly one step closer to his ultimate goal - winning Olympic gold. Initially, Danny struggles to find his place in the prestigious social circles of the private boys school. However under the charge of highly regarded coach Frank Torma and a friendship/rivalry with teammate Martin Taylor, Danny is soon on track to become Australia’s youngest swimming champion, the unstoppable 'Barracuda'.
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Like Barracuda
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Same Mood as Barracuda
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Barracuda, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Like Barracuda, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
