Ferrari
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During the summer of 1957, former race car driver, Enzo Ferrari, is in crisis. All the dramatic forces of his life are in collision. Bankruptcy stalks the company he and his wife, Laura, built from nothing ten years earlier. Their tempestuous marriage struggles with the mourning for one son and the acknowledgement of another. Enzo decides to counter his losses by rolling the dice on one race – 1,000 miles across Italy, the iconic Mille Miglia.
- Released:
- Runtime: 131 minutes
- Genre: Drama, History
- Stars: Adam Driver, Penélope Cruz, Shailene Woodley, Patrick Dempsey, Sarah Gadon, Gabriel Leone, Jack O'Connell, Michele Savoia, Valentina Bellè, Tommaso Basili, Andrea Dolente, Lino Musella, Brett Smrz, Massi Furlan
- Director: Michael Mann
Comments
- moviesareawayoflife - 3 July 2024
Ferrari Falls A Little Flat
I had high hopes for Ferrari. Directed by Michael Mann who has made classics such as Heat and Collateral i thought this would be a thrilling film to watch. Unfortunately i was wrong. Starring Adam Driver and Penelope Cruz Ferrari focuses on one period of time in Ferrari history where they face bankruptcy and mourn the loss of a son. Driver is ok in the role but has very little to work with as the script does not give him opportunity to shine. Penelope Cruz fares a lot better and her performance of the bitter wife is probably the highlight of the film. Ferrari is shot well and looks really good as you would expect of a Michael Mann film, however the whole enterprise feels very paint by numbers and a little lethargic. The racing scenes are good but there are not enough of them, and the drama off the track feels a little pedestrian. Ultimately Ferrari is a well made film but suffers from being very dull. - AkinG8 - 9 June 2024
Not the Michael Mann I know
Michael Mann's "Ferrari" sputters where it should roar. This biopic of the legendary Enzo Ferrari aspires to capture the passion and drama that fueled his life's work, but ultimately falls flat.
The film lacks dynamism. The pacing feels sluggish, with long stretches devoid of tension or narrative momentum. The story, focusing on Enzo's struggles after a personal tragedy and the looming bankruptcy of his company, fails to truly engage. Events unfold in a disjointed manner, leaving viewers feeling adrift.
Adding to the film's woes, Adam Driver's portrayal of Enzo falls short. While Driver is a talented actor, his performance here feels restrained and unconvincing. He doesn't fully capture the fire and charisma that one imagines defined the real Enzo Ferrari.
Biopics are a dime a dozen these days, and "Ferrari" is a prime example of why that can be a problem. While the story of Enzo Ferrari undoubtedly holds dramatic potential, this film fails to capitalize on it. We're left feeling like we could have saved time and gotten a more satisfying portrayal by simply reading a well-written biography.
Ultimately, "Ferrari" is a missed opportunity. It lacks the spark of a truly great film, leaving viewers wanting more. If you're looking for a cinematic experience that captures the essence of a legend, look elsewhere.
