Ford v Ferrari
Overview
Ford v Ferrari is a 2019 biographical sports drama film directed by James Mangold, based on the true story of the Ford GT40, a race car that was built to beat Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966. The film stars Matt Damon as Carroll Shelby, a legendary car designer and former racer, and Christian Bale as Ken Miles, a brilliant, stubborn British driver. Shelby is hired by Henry Ford II (Tracy Letts) to build a car that can beat Ferrari. He hires Miles to drive it. The film follows the partnership between Shelby and Miles as they work to build the car and to beat Ferrari. The film is a thrilling, emotional, and inspiring underdog story. Christian Bale gives a powerful, committed performance as the intense, passionate Miles. Ford v Ferrari was a critical and commercial success, earning over $225 million on a $97 million budget. It won two Academy Awards for Best Film Editing and Best Sound Editing. It was nominated for two other Oscars, including Best Picture. The film is a must-see for fans of racing and for anyone who loves a great underdog story.
