From the opening scene, the musical score ties directly into the saga and the character development becomes more obvious as the storyline progresses. The comedy begins to unfold early on when a beautiful psychologist, Dr. Molly Griswold (Rene Russo), shows up seeking a golf lesson. You have to SEE this to appreciate it. Roy is unknowingly smitten by Molly, unfortunately we soon learn she is involved.
David Simms (Don Johnson), a pro golfer and Tin Cup's former college partner, shows up with an offer to get Roy back on the golf course. Simm's, running his annual charity match on a local area course, want's to win. So he's seeking Roy's familiarity with the course to boost his chances. He wants Roy on his team... as a CADDY for him! Much to Romeo's chagrin, Roy accepts the offer of 5% of the purse. In the interim Roy learns that Molly is Simm's girlfriend, and he also begins to acknowledge his feelings for her. From this point on, the character's develop to show that Simm's is a self-serving phony that always plays it safe. Molly has a history of failed relationship's with guys who have never lived up to her expectations. Roy is a guy who willingly accepts the risks in life because that's who he is! As such, he often triumphs in the face of adversity, and finds a level of success even in failure. Romeo has an interesting cure for the "shanks"! He is also true to his namesake, and though Roy and he have some ups and downs, he is a faithful friend to the end.
There are "defining moments" throughout this tale, there are even defining moments at the 19th Hole worth watching!! During the "US Open", we non-chalantly learn the defining moment that led to Roy's "Tin Cup" handle. And then of "course", let's not forget the actual golf match moments. Lastly, there are a host of other interesting characters to watch as well. In summary, I have to admit that because of the way it helped define these characters, I actually enjoyed the parts where I was watching the grass grow! We exit as we entered... and the sound track is true to the end. SO! If you enjoy comedy, romance, triumph, and REAL characters, and you haven't seen this film, spend a few bucks and treat yourself!
That being said, I think Kevin did a wonderful acting job. His character was completely believable. It was also interesting to see Cheech and Don being on opposite sides after watching them together in their TV show, Nash Bridges. And of course, Rene looked great.
