Sunday afternoon should be full of adrenaline, and if you crave a sports film like Rocky or Million Dollar Baby, we have a recommendation for you. It’s currently streaming on Prime Video, and we’re talking about “Ferrari,” the sports sensation from last year.
Regarding the reception of the film, it’s currently sitting at 6.5 on IMDb and 72% on Rotten Tomatoes. So, the ratings suggest that “Ferrari” has been a love-hate film.
In 1957, Ferrari faces financial ruin, and Enzo Ferrari’s family is torn apart by grief after the loss of their son. To save his company, Enzo bets everything on the risky Mille Miglia race in Italy, spanning 1,000 miles. He pushes his bold drivers to their limits, but winning means not just beating competitors, but also overcoming Enzo’s personal struggles and the ghosts of his past decisions.
Love the plot, right? Then you’ll really appreciate the cast as well.
Adam Driver nails the role of Enzo Ferrari. He is also accompanied by Penélope Cruz, Shailene Woodley, Sarah Gadon, Gabriel Leone, Jack O’Connell, Patrick Dempsey, and Ben Collins.
Now, you might ask, why watch the film?
The film managed to hit the perfect spot when it comes to perfection in terms of character development. Michael Mann also does a perfect job; he manages to produce another great drama.
Though it’s not flawless, it does have a major pacing issue, and there are some historical inaccuracies as well. But it doesn’t take anything away from the film; it stays enjoyable through and through.