Review of Gran Turismo (2023) by Tvjerry — 29 Aug 2023

Like the Marvel and DC movies, this filim's opening logo starts with a montage of Nintendo games, because this one is based on the popular driving simulation. A Nissan executive (Orlando Bloom) suggests training the best players to become actual drivers and this is the true story of a Welsh gamer (Archie Madekwe) who ends up in the big race.

Madekwe does a fine job, along with David Harbour, who's solid performance adds more meaning. Neill Blomkamp is known for directing sci-fi films and he's applied some of his showmanship to the driving, while maintaining an emotional core.

Yes, there's lots of racing around tracks, but the editing tricks help keep them interesting. Even though it's driven with predictable beats, there's sufficient skill and heart to generate an acceptable sports movie.