Ford v Ferrari
History, Drama, Biography
DirectorJames Mangold
ProducerPeter Chernin, Jenno Topping, James Mangold
ScreenwriterJez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth, Jason Keller
Distributor20th Century Fox
Release DateNov 15, 2019, Wide
LanguageEnglish
Runtime2h 32m
Introduction
American automotive designer Carroll Shelby and fearless British race car driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference, the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary vehicle for the Ford Motor Co. Together, they plan to compete against the race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
Critics Reviews
Clarisse Loughrey4
320
Dec 6, 2019
"Ford v Ferrari" chronicles the exhilarating journey of Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles as they confront corporate meddling, defy physical limits, and wrestle with personal struggles to create an unprecedented racing car for Ford. Their goal? To challenge Ferrari at the 1966 Le Mans. Though the film vibrantly captures the high-octane world of racing and the compelling bond between its protagonists, the finale leaves an unexpectedly hollow feeling, undercutting the emotional investment built throughout the movie. While the journey is thrilling, the conclusion may leave viewers searching for a more satisfying emotional payoff.
Robert Daniels2.5
400
Nov 24, 2019
"Ford v Ferrari" excels technically, showcasing the fierce collaboration between Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles as they challenge corporate obstacles and push the boundaries of engineering to compete in the 1966 Le Mans race. However, despite its riveting portrayal of automotive history, the film narrowly focuses on an era dominated by white men, sidelining broader narratives and diverse perspectives. While it offers thrilling insights into racing and the personal battles of its protagonists, it ultimately reveres a bygone era of motorsport, missing an opportunity to question or expand on the inclusivity of the sport.