Tony Fingleton (Jesse Spencer) is a young man who could never live up to his abusive father's expectations. That is, until he starts swimming, a sport he naturally excels at. Soon he is winning championships and pushing himself beyond endurance in a quest to win his father's love. Directed by Russell Mulcahy. With Geoffrey Rush, Judy Davis, Tim Draxl and David Hoflin. Categories: Drama, Sports. Year: 2003.

Jesse Spencer in Swimming Upstream
When Molly Gunn (Brittany Murphy), the free-spirited daughter of a deceased rock legend, is forced to get a job as a nanny, her life couldn't get any worse. She's put in charge of Ray (Dakota Fanning), the incorrigible daughter of a neglectful music executive (Heather Locklear). At first, the two can't do anything to get along, but as the ice melts they realize that, no matter what your age, it's wonderful to be loved. Directed by Boaz Yakin. With Donald Faison. Categories: Comedy, Drama, New York. Year: 2003.

Jesse Spencer in Uptown Girls