Ford vs Ferrari | Pure history & car pasion | Review [EN-ES]
Speed, a real revenge story, overcoming challenges, a a great friendship and your next sunday movie—these are the themes of the movie I'll be talking about today.
Velocidad, historia de vengnaza muy real, superación y un gran amistad, sobre eso, trata la pelicula que hoy estaré hablando [Versión en español debajo]
If you're a speed enthusiast, you know how difficult it can be to find movies that cater to that taste (at least, that's how it is for me). That's why I've decided to create a series of posts where I review the latest automotive films (the most recent one was Gran Turismo). Some of them I've really enjoyed, while others not so much, so I'll save you the trouble.
In this installment, we have to travel back to the 1960s. It was during this time that an epic rivalry emerged, pushing the boundaries of design and engineering of the era: The battle between Ford and Ferrari. The biggest car manufacturer of the time going head-to-head with the reigning kings of racing. We're transported to a period when Ford was losing market share and needed to maintain its prestige. In an audacious move, they attempted to acquire Ferrari. The Italians were pursuing perfection in their engines, and they had achieved it, but it left them bankrupt. However, Ford's maneuver didn't go as planned. They ended up being humiliated by the Italians, and Fiat emerged as the winner by becoming the owner of Ferrari's sales division. Faced with these events, Ford's executives, with their pride wounded, were determined to showcase American power and, in the process, put an end to Scuderia's reign in motorsports.
To accomplish this mission, they hire Carroll Shelby, a former race car driver, engineer, and car designer, who brings along the eccentric British driver Ken Miles. Together, they set the goal of putting the fastest car on the track that can defeat Ferrari. In motorsports, obstacles and challenges are a daily occurrence (just like in life, right?). The duo of Shelby and Miles will have to overcome bureaucratic barriers, internal tensions, and, above all, the pressure of time. Will they be able to end Scuderia's dominance? Can they etch the name of the American giant into such a storied history?
"Ford v Ferrari" premiered two years ago. It's rated PG-13 (may contain material not suitable for children under 13) and has a runtime of 152 minutes (if you're not into this type of movie, you might get bored). It can be classified as a biographical drama with a hint of action, and perhaps it's the movie you're looking for on a peaceful Sunday. I must also mention that the film won two Academy Awards in 2020. Here are my thoughts, but ultimately, you decide.
Hey, I'd appreciate your opinion if you've seen this movie.
This movie really nails the perfect blend of emotions and racing. They did a damn good job developing the characters, I gotta say. The performances by Matt Damon and Christian Bale deserve major props. Both actors bring their A-game, with Damon portraying a charismatic, cool-headed Shelby. He's all methodical and calculated, you know? On the other hand, Bale takes on Miles, who's fiery, impulsive, and intensely passionate. But let me tell you, they both managed to convey their love for racing, their drive to create the fastest damn car out there. And for me, that's one of the film's biggest draws—the chemistry between these two. No matter how messed up things get, Miles trusts the car developed by Shelby, and Shelby trusts that Miles will do whatever it takes to secure the victory. It's all about that unwavering belief in each other, man.
When it comes to the technical aspects, I gotta give a shoutout to the excellent cinematography that immediately transports us back to the 1960s. From the cultural vibes to the cars themselves (man, they were so well portrayed—I felt like hopping into a time machine and going back myself), everything screams that era. One great example is the still raw Le Mans competition (if you've seen Gran Turismo, you'll notice the many differences that race has gone through). Another thing I really liked is how they recreated the racing scenes flawlessly, providing an immersive and adrenaline-packed experience for the viewer. You feel like you're right there with Miles in the car, and at times, his spirit just resonates with you, creating a strong connection with the characters.
What I appreciated the most about this movie was how they captured the excitement and adrenaline of racing, but throughout the film, the characters were given deep and meaningful development. We get to see a more personal side of Ken Miles, where they show his family life, motivations, and challenges. They humanized the characters, you know? It's not your typical rags-to-riches story where someone becomes a champion after a lot of sacrifice. It's something different, and that makes you root for this duo even more, building a strong connection with them.
When it comes to the technical stuff, I gotta highlight the kickass cinematography that takes us straight back to the groovy '60s from the get-go. They nailed the whole vibe of that era, from the culture to the cars (damn, they were portrayed so well, I felt like hopping in a time machine and cruising back myself, you know?). Everything just oozes that period's flavor. And let me tell you, the Le Mans race they depicted, it still had that raw and rugged feel (if you've played Gran Turismo, you'll notice how much that race has changed over the years). Another thing that really got me pumped was how they recreated the racing scenes. It's like they put you right in the driver's seat with Miles, man. Sometimes, you can almost feel his spirit jumping into you, creating this wicked connection with the characters.
But yo, the thing I loved the most about this movie was how they captured the sheer thrill and adrenaline of racing. And here's the kicker, throughout the film, the characters go through some deep and meaningful development. We get to see a more personal side of Ken Miles, bro. They show us his family life, his motivations, and the challenges he faces. They humanized these characters, you feel me? It's not your typical underdog story where someone overcomes obstacles and becomes a champion. Nah, man, it's something way more different and special. That's what makes you root for this duo even harder, forming a real deep connection with them.
If we think about it more analytically, "Ford vs Ferrari" is a great blend of automotive excitement and personal growth. It's thrilling and masterfully executed, with solid direction and a real-life story behind it, offering an exciting and captivating cinematic experience. If you're a car enthusiast, into racing and speed, you'll undoubtedly enjoy this film as much as I did. And if you're looking for an inspiring story that evokes genuine emotions, you'll also find it here.
Oh, and if you're looking for a happily-ever-after kind of story, well, this ain't the movie for you.
To wrap it up, I gotta tell you, this movie is one of my favorites in the genre. It's an inspiring story that you might even relate to, and if not, the cinematography is top-notch. I could give you a thousand reasons why I enjoyed this film so much, but I'll dial down the hype and simply invite you to watch it. I truly believe it's a great choice for a Sunday movie marathon.
If you've seen the movie, what do you reckon about my opinion? Are you like Miles, never giving up on your dreams no matter how tough things get? Have you achieved any Ken Miles-style victories? Or are you more of a Carroll Shelby type? As always, it's a pleasure reading your comments.
Catch you in the next installment to keep talking about cars in movies!
The images were given their sources, and the dividers were made by me in Canva.
Versión en Español
Si eres amante de la velocidad, te será díficil encontrar películas que se ajusten a ese gusto (por lo menos a mí me pasa así) He decidido crear una serie de post donde hago review de las películas autmovilísticas de los últimos tiempos (el más reciente fue Gran Turismo) Algunas las he disfrutado mucho y otras no tantos, por eso te ahorro el trabajo.
En esta entrega, tendremos que viajar hasta los años 60; en estos añose surgió una épica rivalidad, que desafió los límites del diseño y la ingeniería de la época: La batalla de Ford contra Ferrari. El mayor productor de coches de la época, contra el rey de las carreras de la época. Nos transportamos, a la época donde Ford se encontraba perdiendo cuota de mercado, necesitaban mantener su prestigio, para esto trataron de hacer una jugada arriesgada... Comprar Ferrari ... los italianos estaban en busca de la perfección de sus motores y lo habían logrado pero eso los dejó en la bancarrota. La maniobra, no sale como Ford había planeado; terminanron sinedo humillados por los italianos y Fiat sale como el ganador, al hacerse dueño de la división de venta de Ferrari. Ante tales eventos, los directivos de la Ford, con el orgullo dañado y decididos a demostrar el poder americano y de paso, terminar el reinado de la Scuderia en el automovilismo.
Para lograr esta misión, son contratados: el expiloto, ingeniero y diseñador de autos Carroll Shelby, el cual trae consigo al alocado piloto británico Ken Miles. Ambos se trazaran la meta de poner en pista el auto más rapido posible que logré derrotar a Ferrari. En el automivilismo los obstaculos y los desafios están a la orden del día (en la vida es asi tambien no?) El dúo de Shelby y Miles tendrán que superar las barreras burocraticas, las tensiones internas y sobretodo la presión del tiempo. Podrán acabar con el dominio de la Scuderia? Podrán poner el nombre del gigantr americano entre tanta historia?
Ford vs Ferrari, debutó hace 2 años. Clasificada con: PG -13 (puede contener material no adecuado para menores de 13 años) Tiene una duración de: 152 minutos (si no te gusta este tipo de películas te vas a aburrir) y la podemos clasificar como un drama biográfico con un poco de acción y tal vez sea la pelicula que estas buscando para un domingo de tranquilidad. Aemás debo decire que la película resulto ganadora de 2 premios Oscar en 2020 a continuación te dejo mis consideraciones y tu decides.
Si la viste agradeceria tu opinión
En esta película se mezcla muy bien la parte emocional con las carreras. Creo que se logró desarrollar muy bien los personajes; las acuaciones de MAtt Damon y Christian Bale son dignas de elogios. Ambos actores hacenun ainterpretación solida con un Shelby (Matt Damon) carismático, calmado y más métodico y un Miles, más temperamental, con un apersonalidad intrepida y sumamente apasionado, pero ambos supieron transmitir su pasión por las carreras, por desarrollar el auto más rapido posible. Para mi, este es uno de los mayores atractivos de la película, la complicidad entre estos dos; no importa cuan mal este la cosa Miles confia en el coche desarrollado por Shelby y este ultimo confía en que Miles hará todo para llevarse la victoria.
En cuanto a los aspectos técnicos, debo destacar la excelente cinematografia que desde el primer momento nos traslada a los años 60, desde la cultura de la epoca hasta los autos (estos quedan bien retratados, a mi me dieron ganas de tener un maquina del tiempo y retornar) Todo nos lleva a esa epoca, un ejemplo de esto es la aún rústica competencia de Le Mans (si ves Gran turismo podrás notar las muchas diferencias que ha sufrido la carrera) Otra de als cosas que me gust, es que supieron muy bien recrear las escenas de carreras, lo que le brinda al espectador una experencia inmersiva y llena de adrenalina; te sientes con Miles en el auto y en ciertas ocasiones el espiruto de Miles se te transmite, lo que hace que creas una conexión con los personajes.
Lo que más me gustó de esta pelicula fue capturaron esa emoción y adrenalina propia de las carreras, sin embargo a lo largo de la película tenemos personajes que se desarrolllan de manera profunda y significativa; tenemos una faceta más personal de Ken Miles (donde nos muestran su lado familiar, sus motivaciones y desafíos) Es decir se humanizó a los personajes (en este caso, no tenemos al acostumbrado donnadie que luego de mucho sacrificio se alza como campeón, aquí es algo muy diferente, lo que hace que desees el exito de este dúo, conectando grandemente con ellos)
Si lo pensamos más analiticamente, Ford vs Ferrari es una buen acombinación entre emoción automivilistica y desarrollo personal. Es emocionante y está muy bien ejecutada, con una dirección sólida y un ahistoria real detrás; ofreciendo una experiencia cinematografica emocionante y cautivadora. Si eres amante de los autos, la carrera y la velocidad, sin duda vas a disfrutar de este filme tanto como lo he hecho yo y si buscas una historia inspiradora que te facilite emociones autenitcas, pues tambien la disfrutarás.
Ah si estas buscando una historia con final feliz, esta no es tú pelicula.
Para culminar, debo decirte, que esta pelicula es una de mis favoritas del genero; es una historia inspiradora con la que tal vez e sientas identificado y sí no es así, el aspecto cinematografico estña muy bien desarrollado. Podría darte mil razones porque disfruta tanto este filme pero mejor dejo el hype y te invito a que la veas. Creo que es una buena opción para disfrutar de un domingo de películas.
Si lo haces, te agradecería que me dijera que te pareció. Si la viste dime que crees de mi opinión? Eres igual que Miles, que no importa cuand dificil sean las circunstancias siempre lcuhas por tus sueños? Has logrado alguna victoria al estilo Ken Miles? O eres más cómo Carroll Shelby? Como siempre, es un placer de leerte en los comentarios.
Nos leemos en una futura entega para seguir comentando sobre el automovilismo en el cine.
Las imágenes fueron dadas sus fuentes y los separadores fueron hechos en Canva por mí
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I think I did a review of this movie some time ago. I'm not a big fan of cars, this kind of movies don't arouse much passion in me, but there was a movie that made me feel some excitement for the world of car racing, it's called Rush and it's directed by Ron Howard.
With this phrase you said it all, in my country there is a phrase for that: to each their own (para gusto los colores )
What genre do you enjoy the most?
Ford vs Ferrari appealed to motorsport fans and especially to racing fans, because it tells us about the time when Ferrari dominated Le Mans and Ford suddenly ended that dominance, passing Ford to dominate several consecutive years. For now the only way we have to travel to those years is through these films, this one in particular is very well set in the era, but it is not for everyone.
As for Rush you are very right, it is a great movie and soon my review of it will come, I would love for you to read my review of Rush (in the near future) and tell me what you think?😉
Thank for readme 🙏🏻
I will look forward to your review of Rush.
By the way, I recently saw the movie Lamborghini: The Man Behind the Legend, but I didn't think it brought anything new to the table, lots of clichés. I didn't want to review it.
I want to see Ferrari, directed by Michael Mann and starring Adam Driver.
I like almost all genres, movies in general. I care that it's a good story and that it touches me emotionally. When I refer to cars, it's that I don't have a passion for those machines, like most men who love an engine. I barely know how to change a wheel. 😆
The Lamborghini movie is poorly conceived from the start, the movie is based on what his son wrote and maybe you haven’t read that book but his son and him didn’t have much in common, so you can imagine the final result, but since it’s a movie about cars I would like to do the review, but there is very little to highlight.
I’m also looking forward to the Ferrari movie, it’s almost here 😁
I was checking your profile a little bit 🙊 and I must say you are very good at reviewing movies 👌🏻, from now on I will visit your posts more often I liked the way you write and everything from your opinion.
It has been a great pleasure that you comment on my post, before looking for a review on the internet I already know where to look first 😉
Yes, very little to note about that Lamborghini movie. I was a bit disappointed when I saw it. I'll wait for the Ferrari release, I liked the trailer.
By the way, I got to thinking about movies where cars are a major factor and I've seen a lot of them.
What do you think about Fast and Furious? well, I'm sure you'll make a review of that saga too hahahaha.
thanks for your words, I like to write my opinion, my point of view about the story and the message, trying not to give spoilers and that the agent is interested to see the movie. I liked your post because you give your personal opinion, that's what I look for in movie reviews.
Also join the discord of thecommunity and proraqui always available to help.
Te imaginas ver a uno de esos clásicos al lado de un almendrón en la habana. 😅
Saludos desde Ciego de Ávila, muy buen post.
Uff, eso me hubiese gustado mucho , aquí llegaron pocos autos de velocidad , cuando más el Ford Falcon y algún que otro Hudson pero nada como los Cobra de Shelby , también, la película se basa en los 60 y sabemos lo que pasó 😶
Gracias por leerme y comentar amigo 🙏🏻
Te deseo un buen fin de semana 😁
Si si, ya sabemos los que pasó 🤐
I love this movie. The actors are great. The plot is also great.
Indeed!
Thank for readme 🙏🏻
You're welcome (^_^)
Yay! 🤗
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