Heartwarming and enjoyable

Rating: 9/10 (4 August 2006)

I wasn't sure what to expect when I hired the DVD - from the excerpts, the movie looked good, and I always enjoy Anthony Hopkins. Well, thoroughly enjoyed the movie from the very start right to the end. He played the part of a New Zealander perfectly - the accent and character was so typical of a lovely, friendly New Zealander. His interaction with people everywhere was incredible - he could win over even the most stern characters, both in New Zealand and in America. OK, that's Burt that did that... but Anthony played it so well! The movie is incredibly authentic for the year of the event - the cars, clothing etc. seemed really accurate. The story keeps your interest all the way through to his incredible achievement - even brought a tear to my eye! Definitely worth viewing and enjoying.