Le Mans '66 (2019) -

There seemed to be a lot of positive reviews for this film and I could see that it was a well put together piece and of general interest for most cinema goers, but perhaps more so for fans of racing or even competitive sports in particular.

It was a very long film, but it did at least move with pace and it's easy to get behind the team and to feel the tension as the end race builds to its climax.

While Matt Damon does his part very well, he didn't stand out as much as Christian Bale who was superb. It's probably his most realistic performance. Maybe he was born to play cantankerous British men?

I also really liked Ray McKinnon as Phil Remington. Although it wasn't a large role, he played the part effortlessly and in a very cool way, a great character.

Typically motorsports and competitive attitudes don't float my boat, but I had heard so much good about this film that I had to give it a go and I'm pleased that I did. I like to see these little pieces of history, even when the topic isn't necessarily for me, because it enables me to expand my interests and ultimately culture myself, whilst building my knowledge to make me a better dinner party guest (Ha, like I get invited to dinner parties). I like to be able to have an educated opinion on things, should the subject arise. It really helped that this film was very well produced and directed and that there was no bad acting, odd editing choices or overly long set ups and scenic interludes.

It would be easy to recommend this one to anybody, not just those who are interested in cars, but also those that are fans of good cinema, because it was produced with such thought and intelligence.

736.18/1000.