Rush is a story of the brutal 1970's rivalry between Formula One drivers James Hunt and Niki Lauda. While Hunt wants a good time, Lauda wants only to win. Their differences will drive them both to the finish line.
Chris Hemsworth (Hunt), Daniel Bruhl (Lauda), Olivia Wilde (Suzy), Alexandra Lara (Marlene), Pierfrancesco Favino (Regazzoni), David Calder (Louis), Natalie Dormer (Gemma), Stephen Mangan (Caldwell).
Rush begins well with some narration and perspective from Lauda as the races begin and the plot setup is revealed. The story then shifts briefly as we are introduced more to Hunt's life. Their rivalry now underway, the film shifts somewhat giving racing fans and gearheads something to watch. The story moves well between the on-track racing rivalry and the two drivers off-track relationship. The film finishes with Hunt's well known world championship victory. I was surprised the film did not include more about Ferrari as they were also competing fiercely at the same time.
Acting was okay from Hemsworth, though he didn't quite sell it as an F1 driver. Bruhl delivered a wonderfully quirky and deep performance that added well to the film. Wilde, Lara, and Dormer were good in supporting roles. Favino fit well in the film and was solid, as was the remainder of the supporting cast.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are nicely done for the most part. A few driving scenes were unable to be followed, and the film really failed at showing the enormity of an F1 race. Action and effects were good with nice detail. Dialogue created some nice depth to the story, while sound and soundtrack were fitting for the period.
When the checkered flag comes down Rush is found to be a solid dramatic biography relating a rivalry known to most F1 fans. The film has a good pace, depth, and technical work. Racing fans and those who enjoy history or rivalries of racing should enjoy this one.
With some sexuality and nudity, mild violence and gore, and a fair amount of foul language, save this one for older teens and above.
Released: 2013
Reviewed: 4.21.21
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Biography, Action, Drama, Sports, Auto Racing
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