In this movie, a determined 16-year-old girl from New Zealand, Alex Archer, strives to qualify for the 1960 Rome Olympics in the 100-meter freestyle event. To achieve her goal, she balances a rigorous training regimen with a demanding school schedule, as well as piano and ballet lessons.
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Alex Archer, a determined New Zealand teenager, pursues her dream of competing in the 1960 Rome Olympics by qualifying for the women's 100 freestyle event, while also balancing her rigorous swimming training with piano and ballet lessons.