Inspirational

Rating: 10/10 (3 January 2001)

This is an outstanding film.
I was compelled to watch it recently after reading a biography of Lidell and, although the film is not entirely accurate, his character and strength of his faith are conveyed very powerfully.
Many of us aspire to the qualities that made a man like Lidell, but more people probably relate to Abrahams in his pursuit of personal glory. These two characters are juxtaposed perfectly in Chariots of Fire.
The film says more about the struggle against established, comfortable ideals and the peripheral characters are a perfect backdrop e.g. Montague - who doesn't succeed, Lindsay - who doesn't have to.
For all who feel the movie industry has taken a downward turn of late this film will bring your noble aspirations back to life.