Ford v Ferrari
dir. James Mangold · 2019
Pursuing excellence often requires challenging the status quo and embracing collaboration against formidable odds.
Feature
Underdog Triumph
Mood
Adventurous / Uplifting
Look
dynamic cinematography with close-ups of engines and drivers, rich color palettes reflecting the era
Structure
linear progression with flashbacks to character backstories
Plot
American car designer Carroll Shelby and the British-born driver Ken Miles work together to battle corporate interference, the laws of physics, and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
Why watch
"Ford v Ferrari" captures the electrifying battle between innovation and tradition, as two determined men defy the odds to redefine racing history. Immerse yourself in a high-octane journey filled with passion, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of victory.
Cultural context
1960s automotive culturethe rise of American corporate powerthe spirit of competition in sportsfriendship in high-stakes environments