Gran Turismo

Totally loved it, in my opinion one of the best movies this year. Such an interesting story!

A must-watch film. It's based on a true story of how Gran Turismo simulation players achieved their dreams to be a professional racer. If you're a gamer, you'll understand and be able to relate well to the message of this film. Modern video games are not just games; it does teach us skills.

This movie was great, got to see this early thanks to sky cinema tickets. My eyes were locked on the screen the whole movie. The story alongside the racing made this movie overall great

What a great movie!
I'd love it, exciting, fun and lots of adrenaline!

The best car race movie I've ever seen....heck, might be the best movie I've seen this year also. Gran Turismo has emotion, thrill and suspense. Had me jumping up from the edge of my sit!.... first review comment I'm dropping on a movie, it's well worth it.

Saw an early release tonight for Regal Cinema's $5 Mystery Movie and was initially gutted when it was revealed in the theater what it was. Gaming, racing, and cars are some of the only things I have absolutely zero interest in but I ended up loving this!!! Very exciting, very emotional, and seems like they really did justice to the true story of Jann Mardenborough and his team. David Harbour was fantastic in this, as was Djimon Hounsou. A lot of tearjerkers in there! This movie made **me** wanna be a racing driver, or at least find my brother's old PS2 and start up Burnout like when we were kids. Wasn't a perfect movie by any means, the romance side plot felt forced and out of place and time passed very quickly-- felt strange that we never had scenes of him contacting his parents until much later when he goes pro.

Not a movie I expected to enjoy but have already recommended it to several friends!

Finally, a movie that's not all about superheroes or tangled up in politics. This flick goes on for a good 2 hours, but guess what? You'll be so into it that you won't even notice the time passing. Seriously, there's never a boring moment.

The only downside? This movie kinda pushes the idea that kids should keep gaming, trust in video games, and maybe ignore their folks a bit. And here's the kicker: this whole contest thing happens only once, or at least that's what I know. Some folks are griping that the movie's basically a fancy ad for Nissan and GT. Well, yeah, it's based on a true story that started with Nissan's marketing shindig. So, of course, Nissan and Sony are gonna be in the spotlight. You're not gonna see stuff about Kia or TLC here.

Personally, I thought it was an awesome movie. Cool action scenes, hilarious bits, and even some tear-jerker moments, especially if you're a parent. Now, those special effects? They're wild, maybe a bit too much, but in a kinda cool way. Oh, and one tiny thing I picked up on: they show the driver shifting gears and messing with the clutch in some scenes. Thing is, those new GTR rides are all about automatic transmission and paddle shifting. But hey, the scenes zip by so fast, who's really gonna notice, right?

100% recommended even if you not a car person.

I really enjoyed this movie - and was amazed to find it was based on real life... Never knew about the sim crowd turning into actual real life racers!

Going to dig out my Playstation and play some Gran Turismo 2!

"Gran Turismo" offers a unique and exhilarating cinematic experience that transcends the typical sports and racing film genre. What sets it apart is its clever utilization of the video game world as a backdrop for a remarkable real-life story. Jann Mardenborough's journey from a video game enthusiast to a professional race car driver is a testament to the power of determination and passion. The film's visuals seamlessly blend the real world with the virtual, immersing the audience in the high-stakes world of racing.

The strong performances, heart-pounding tension, and the underdog narrative make "Gran Turismo" a compelling watch, even for those who aren't avid gamers or racing enthusiasts. It not only celebrates the idea that pursuing one's dreams is possible but also validates the world of video games as a platform for skill development. This film manages to break the mold of video game adaptations and delivers a gripping story that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for both racing and gaming. It's a thrilling ride for everyone, regardless of their prior interest in the subject matter.

The theatre experience was a 10/10. If you have the audience cheering and gasping at many points throughout, you know it was a good film. Yes, there are cliches, predictability and some cringe dialogue…. but sometimes it just works and is fun.