An Inspirational Film

Rating: 10/10 (17 August 2016)

I saw this film when I was 14 when first released at the cinema and was so good, I can honestly say that it was a positive influence on my life.
Chariots of Fire is a perfect blend of plot, script, actors, cinematography and music coming together to make a brilliant movie.
The fact that it was based on a true story about the motivation of human beings and their reasons and desires for victory in the 1924 Paris Olympics makes the film real.
The 2 main characters of Abraham and Liddle are the focal point of the story line. Abraham is Jewish in a softly anti-semitic world runs because he wants to prove to himself and to other people that he is the best, Liddle is deeply religious and wishes to win to honour the gift he was given by God.
Do not expect an American style fast moving action filled plot, but if you like films that stir your emotions, make you engage with the characters and make you feel a better person at the end, this is the one for you.
Well deserved Oscar.