Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl as James Hunt and Niki Lauda
Artfully crafted, perfectly cast, and expertly directed, Rush gives a detailed account of the human temperament, and how it is affected by competition. Set in the 1970s, Rush tells the true story of the “animosity” between Formula One race car drivers Niki Lauda of Austria and James Hunt of England. Lauda is presented as someone who smartly approaches the dangerous situations racers are put through, while Hunt is a chaotically carefree spirit, who loves drinking, partying, winning, and women. At first it seems that viewers are not sure who to root for, but throughout the film it becomes clear that there is not one winner. Both men come out victorious in their own ways. Moviegoer Melissa Stubbs commented that the film “was about the struggle of two totally different moral compasses who both came out on top,” and Dennis Michael asserted his opinion, “I was riveted! I don’t think I’ve been this pumped about a movie in a long time.”
The real Niki Lauda and James Hunt
The film is accurate from its doppelgänger cast down to its spot-on costumes and hairstyles. One of James Hunt’s real-life friends, BBC Commentator Murray Walker, recently stated that he believed that Hunt “drank too much, smoked too much, and womanised too much” yet had a “decent, friendly character.” Chris Hemsworth, who plays James Hunt in Rush, performed this sentiment to a tee: his character was believably slimy, but still charming enough to make moviegoers and true Hunt fans alike adore him. Lauda (Daniel Brühl) was portrayed as cold, methodical, and entirely overtaken by his obsession with racing, much like his real life identity. The chemistry between the two actors, Hemsworth and Brühl, is felt throughout the captivating 123 minutes of constant action. Fans of the 70’s heroes will leave the theater pleased, and people who know nothing about Lauda or Hunt will be prompted to look for more information.
Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Brühl, and Alexandra Maria Lara
Directed by: Ron Howard
Rated: R, for sexual content, nudity, language, brief drug use, and some disturbing images
Length: 123 minutes
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Caroline Minchella
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