Review of Gran Turismo (2023) by Clem666 — 25 Aug 2023

What else could we expect than an average movie? The scenario especially falls flat in an ocean of pre-heated predictability and the only thing that - almost - saves it is the fact that it is based on a true story. From the start, you can clearly see where the plot is going to end and how. This last statement is only partially true since the middle of the film sees some relatively unpredictable events going on. But it doesn't last long before we go back to those classic linear rails again. Driving skills are a mess since Jann has no strategy at all.

The filmmaking is quite cool, as some shots deserve the detour in my opinion. Some are interestingly evoking the games, but never too much. Mea culpa, I am just way too keen and in awe about racing movies to put a lower score.

Actors are okay but wow how did Orlando Bloom get so old? It is already a whole thing for him to appear in such a movie. Opponents (as well as allies) are just empty shells.

Visuals are terrific, some shots are a bit 3Dish disgusting but disappear quite quickly. Terrific cars, terrific circuits and environments. Thrilling fast paced action.

The soundtrack is insane from the iconic start with 'Parenthesis' from Kenny Beats (from his 'LOUIE' album which easily deserves a 10/10). On the other hand great Kenny G introduction.

This made my buy Forza Horizon 4 the day after... I guess their marketing objectives were not that completed.