Rating: PG-13
Movie Release Date: October 13, 2005 (New Zealand) / February 3, 2006 (USA)
DVD Release Date: June 13, 2006
Plot 411: A New Zealander dreams of speed and travels to Utah to test the mechanics on his 1920 Indian motorcycle.
Review: Anthony Hopkins plays Burt Munro, a man who never gave up on his dreams. Always dreaming of speed and ways to go faster, Munro steadily worked on his Indian motorcycle for years. He was famous in Australia and New Zealand for having the fastest bike, but he was determined to prove this to the world. After facing much ridicule and doubt from his neighbors, Munro makes the trip to America where he hopes to compete at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. Upon arriving in the U.S., Burt runs into numerous issues that hold him up. However, his good nature and straightforward attitude win many people over and he's able to make his way to the races. What I really liked about this movie is that it proves once again that through hard work and determination one can achieve their dreams. Munro is faced with many issues that commonly discourage even the best of us, such as being physically too old or weak, not having the "right" stuff (In Munro's case, this is racing an ancient bike), clashes of culture or a wall of red tape. Despite all of this, Munro never gives up on his dreams. Some may think he's a looney, but genius is oftentimes mistaken for it too. The fact that this is a true story and Munro's record still stands today is a testament to one's own fortitude when faced with doubt, discrimination and ridicule.
Watch It: For inspiration to take your hobby to the next level.
Skip It: And miss out on one of Hopkins' great performances.
Movie Release Date: October 13, 2005 (New Zealand) / February 3, 2006 (USA)
DVD Release Date: June 13, 2006
Plot 411: A New Zealander dreams of speed and travels to Utah to test the mechanics on his 1920 Indian motorcycle.
Review: Anthony Hopkins plays Burt Munro, a man who never gave up on his dreams. Always dreaming of speed and ways to go faster, Munro steadily worked on his Indian motorcycle for years. He was famous in Australia and New Zealand for having the fastest bike, but he was determined to prove this to the world. After facing much ridicule and doubt from his neighbors, Munro makes the trip to America where he hopes to compete at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. Upon arriving in the U.S., Burt runs into numerous issues that hold him up. However, his good nature and straightforward attitude win many people over and he's able to make his way to the races. What I really liked about this movie is that it proves once again that through hard work and determination one can achieve their dreams. Munro is faced with many issues that commonly discourage even the best of us, such as being physically too old or weak, not having the "right" stuff (In Munro's case, this is racing an ancient bike), clashes of culture or a wall of red tape. Despite all of this, Munro never gives up on his dreams. Some may think he's a looney, but genius is oftentimes mistaken for it too. The fact that this is a true story and Munro's record still stands today is a testament to one's own fortitude when faced with doubt, discrimination and ridicule.
Watch It: For inspiration to take your hobby to the next level.
Skip It: And miss out on one of Hopkins' great performances.
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