It looks at the rise of two up and coming drivers, namely Britain's own James Hunt, and Austrian Niki Lauda. Starting from their humble beginnings in Formula Three, and their aspertaions to reach the very best that they can be, and compete in Formula One, and thus become World Champion.
From some playful banter, this escalates to a battle that dominated motor racing throughout the 1970's.
The story makes for a compelling film, and that comes from someone like me who has never been sport orientated. One does not have to enjoy either Formula One or sport in general to enjoy this film.
Both lead actors do an an excellent in their roles.Hemsworth brings alive the playboy nature of Hunt, conveying the sex appeal he had, and why the ladies flocked to be around him. Bruhl is equally excellent as Lauda, we see his methodical nature, his drive, and his determination to be back behind the wheel of his car after his near fatal crash.
The tension is really cranked up, not during the race that almost cost Lauda his life, but also in the race that will decide the World Champion. Fortunately for this viewer I did not already know the outcome, so they really were nail biting tense races to watch, and I for one was glued to the screen.
As one would come to expect from Ron Howard, the film is well shot, and thankfully he does not follow a worrying trend, and have the action too much in your face.
There is a rousing score from regular Howard Composer Hans Zimmer, and coupled with the photography really does build the tension especially during two keys races.
I have to say that it is always a good indication that you have really enjoyed a biopic, when you get home and you want to find out more information about those featured in the movie.
Waving the flag as a definite winner..........8 out of 10.
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