Rush - Film review

Rush (2013) is a film based on a true story of the Formula 1 but not only for F1 fans. It stars Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Brühl and Olivia Wilde.

Although the plot is concentrates on the action-packed championship of 1976, we get to know the main characters years before, when they are ‘only’ two young men dreaming of the same: getting a chance in the highest class and becoming a world champion. As they were totally different in characteristics, but equally ambitious starting racing in the same era, they presented one of the most exciting rivalries of all time – I’m talking about James Hunt (Hemsworth) and Niki Lauda (Brühl), who have become legendary drivers since then.

The film received positive reviews due to its breath-taking but realistic spectacle, the great acting and the sometimes even hair-raising happenings. James Hunt didn’t live through the Rush (he died in 1993), not like Niki Lauda: "When I saw it the first time I was impressed. There was no Hollywood changes or things changed a little bit Hollywood-like. It is very accurate. And this really surprised me very positively".

On the other hand, it’s not the series of dramatic scenes that I liked the most (even though I’m a huge fan of the sport). I believe the most important aspects in the Rush are the layers which are not necessary connected to the F1.  It was really fascinating how the responsible, cool-headed Lauda and the far too self-assured, bold Hunt saw the world. Can we understand both ideologies? Is this black and white at all? How far should we go to fulfil our dreams? Is it beneficial to live for today? How much can we risk?

Rush is a film about passion and fight for survival executed in an unusual context. You shouldn’t miss it for the world!