The film, released to theaters in February 1985, is based on the popular coming-of-age novel "Vision Quest" by Terry Davis which focuses on high school wrestler Louden Swain (played by Matthew Modine) as he puts his efforts into dropping weight to take on the muscular, menacing -- and undefeated -- state champ Brian Shute (Frank Jasper) ... all while dealing with the distraction of "older woman" Carla (Linda Fiorentino) who has come to live with him and his father (Ronny Cox). The film also stars Michael Schoeffling, Daphne Zuniga, and Forest Whitaker.
"Vision Quest" is also known for its hit soundtrack. Among the songs featured: Journey's "Only the Young," Foreigner's "Hot Blooded," John Waite's "Change" and The Style Council's "Shout to the Top." In addition, Madonna makes her first major film appearance as a bar singer, performing her hits "Gambler" and "Crazy for You."
This about-to-be-released "Vision Quest" Blu-ray is a new high-definition remaster, and includes the original movie trailers. It weighs in at 107 minutes, and is rated R.
To learn more about the making of "Vision Quest" from the actor who played Shute, check out this InterMat interview with Frank Jasper.
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