Hopkins at his best, a rare movie indeed!

Rating: 10/10 (17 April 2007)

One of the best movies I've seen in quite some time. Anthony Hopkins truly delivers in this film about following your dreams and never giving up. Based on a true story, this film will bring tears to your eyes. It's not too often that a great movie comes along where the only villain is the obstacles you must overcome in order to fulfill your dreams.
Plot: Burt Munro is a 68 year old New Zealander who is obsessed with speed. He spends every moment of his day modifying his beloved Indian motorcycle, and attempts to follow his dream of setting a land speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats half way across the world in Utah.
The thing that captivated me most about Burt was his non-conformist spirit, his more often then occasional naivety, and his fierce determination to set a land speed record prove to everybody that even at his age, he is able to do what young people only dream of.
Rated PG-13 for drug reference, mild adult situations, and brief language, this movie is one that both guys and girls can enjoy. It does have cool racing scenes for guys, but the girls will particularly enjoy the emotion in the movie. And of course, the kids will enjoy the humor.
10/10