Every golfer wants to find that elusive, "authentic" swing. Every golfer, at one stage or another, thinks like Bobby Jones: "How could I possibly miss that shot?!"

At one time, Junah had a great swing. But World War I, with all its trauma, got in his way. Layers of fear, alcohol and trouble kept him from swinging the way he used to dazzle himself - and others. Now, it was as though he had never had the swing in the first place.

Needing advice, Junah turns to Bagger Vance. But Bagger knows Junah needs more than advice about golf. Before he can find his "authentic swing," Junah needs to know how to live a better life. It is time for Bagger Vance to reveal himself.