Wonderful Odyssey

Rating: 8/10 (24 August 2008)

The Worlds Fastest Indian is a wonderful story. It captures some excellent racing photography out in the Bonneville Salt Flats while keeping a high interest level and empathy for the main character Burt Monroe, a true life enthusiast played chipper by Anthony Hopkins. Hopkins turns in the kind of performance we expect. His character is full of life and humor taking setbacks in stride and not shy about calling on others for help. There's a nice character setup of him in a town in New Zealand before his adventure begins trying gather himself and preserve his adventurous spirit. Along the way supporting cast members to a good job, and the production does a good job of keeping settings looking like the 1960s. The finale sequence is captures the excitement and expansiveness of the events. Music throughout support decently. Well worth a watch.