Quicksilver

In this 1986 film, Kevin Bacon stars as Jack Casey, a former stockbroker who loses everything in a risky trade and finds a new life as a bicycle messenger in San Francisco. The movie explores themes of redemption and self-discovery as Jack navigates the challenges of his new job and the vibrant, sometimes dangerous world of bike messengers. Directed by Thomas Michael Donnelly, the film features a mix of drama and action, with a supporting cast that includes Jami Gertz and Laurence Fishburne. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it remains a notable entry in the 1980s film landscape. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.