Masterful directing of a great picture

Rating: 10/10 (6 February 2004)

Where did director Gary Ross come from? His limited directorial experience makes the accomplishment of Seabiscuit even more amazing. This is a film about people coming from rock-bottom rising to the top. Ross uses such unique transitions comparable to those of Orson Welles, using both visuals and sound. The never-before-used method of filming the racing scenes provides suspenseful cinematography, as well. It is a shame that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is not recognizing Ross's talent; if you ask me, Gary Ross definitely deserves to appear on the Best Director's nominee list. Nevertheless, Seabiscuit will mark the beginning of a great directorial career.