FvF

Rating: 9/10 (23 November 2019)

Part of me wonders if I have stronger connection, a deeper investment to this film and the material as a born and raised Michigander that grew up immersed in automotive culture despite never really being a car person. Ford isn't just some company, it was a cornerstone of our economy and even our cultural identity. I say this because I got a legitimate rush out of this movie and when Ford is battling Ferrari I find myself wanting to get up and cheer them on.
Furthermore, Bale and Damon should be in more movies together. The chemistry and the performances they deliver are exceptional. That's not to say the rest of the cast isn't pulling their weight, there are good, convincing performances all around, which does wonders for the immersion into this story.
Also aiding in the immersion is the cinematography. Auto racing bores me in the real world and yet while watching this movie I found myself gripping the arm rests around the hairpin turns. As far as I'm concerned, that's an achievement of this movie, that it really draws me into what's going on.
The only real drawback is in the "villain" who, at times is just extra awful. Aside from that though, I loved this. Definitely recommend it and, more than that, I absolutely think it's worth seeing in theaters for the full experience.