Fantastic character movie that captures the essence of F1

Rating: 9/10 (15 October 2015)

I wasn't sure what to expect from this film as, not being a huge fan of F1, I wasn't aware of the rivalry between James Hunt and Niki Lauder.
The acting in this movie is outstanding and both lead and supporting actors are superb. Unlike Invictus, another sports based film which I saw recently, Rush fully understands the sport it revolves around and gives the audience a real insight into the adrenalin, danger, ego, skill and tragedy contained in the1970s F1 paddock.
Rush is a fascinating and really absorbing film to watch and one which proves that real life often produces the best and most dramatic stories.