But in any case, Ron Howard is the person (one of) who knows the most about biographical films among all living directors. Think about the famous "Beautiful Mind" and everything is self-evident-of course, as one of the few films with scientists as the subject, Nash's story was filmed as "Beautiful Mind" not because of his genius. Generally created "game theory", but because of his schizophrenia. Ron Howard knows this, so when "Rush, 2013" comes before us, we don't have to worry about the viewing of the film-because Howard will never shoot a boring character, even if he is a genius , If it is not "interesting" enough, Howard will still be flatly rejected.
Like its title, "Fresh Speed" is fully equipped with the two important elements of "Fast Speed" (F1 car) and "Merry" (the romantic affair of the male protagonist James played by Hemsworth). In other words, the title is completely Another way of saying "fast and passion". "Motor racing" is an always attractive subject, especially for men. James Hunter, the protagonist of the film, was one of the fastest F1 drivers in the 1970s. He participated in Formula 1 racing for the first time in 1973 and won his first championship in 1976. He is a genius and very lucky. However, after winning the first world championship, he was immersed in erotic pleasure and media pursuits, and made no achievements in the racing field, and eventually died of a heart attack at the age of 45. In addition to speed, I believe that the topic of "erotic" is also the reason why Howard chose James Hunt as his subject. However, the charm of "Fast Wind" does not stop at audiovisual, but also lies in the deep meaning of the dialogue structure.
Nicky Lauda, played by Daniel Bruch, is also an opponent and friend of James Hunter in the film. The two have completely different personalities-Nicky is serious, calm and rational, and is familiar with the technology and experience of refitting racing cars. Racing is a lifelong career, so there are no friends and only temporary teammates to race with; James is passionate and emphasizes experience. The desire for victory stems from the enjoyment, show off, money and women that victory can bring. The two began to compete in low-level competitions, but the results were very different: Nicky was focused and practical, but bad luck; James went smoothly, winning victory and winning the favor of countless women-even wounds and bleeding. It became a medal for being handsome, which easily captured the body and heart of the female nurse. However, the key point that can not be ignored is Nicky’s vomiting before the race, which James regarded as incompetent performance-when it happened to himself soon, he knew that it was a symbol of excitement, and excitement was for the racer. That is a good thing.
Nicki came to the Ferrari team through a loan and easily won the first official contract because of his own technology to modify the car. This man with "incompetent" performance in James's words began to show his domineering, professional and genius. Since then, Nicky went smoothly and quickly won the world championship as a Ferrari driver. Seeing the people who were once in his line of sight quickly rushed out of his field of vision and stood at the pinnacle of world racing speed, but he seemed to be on a downhill road, of course James was dissatisfied. In other words, James doesn't admire the glory of the world champion in his heart, but Nicky's success and exposure rate "angered" him-he wants to prove that he can do the same. The broadest show-off stage belongs to him. So James joined the McLaren team. In the new season, this pair of former opponents have once again started chasing, racing and competition on the battlefield-this battlefield is the track and life; this competition is racing and life.
From the beginning of the film, there have been no friends, and Nicky, who is not close to women, meets the love of his life, and finally enters the palace of marriage. The glory of the champion, the emotional satisfaction, everything is like a "serf turning over." But I would say that is not the case, because this result was already doomed when Nicky vomited in the film. He just takes the car too seriously and too ideally, which gives us the illusion of lack of passion and genius. Turn around and look at James, who keeps chasing Nicky’s red Ferrari car. The marriage with supermodel Susie has come to an end-the affair between his wife and Richard Burton (note: this person is Elizabeth Taylor’s ex-husband) It covers the headlines of almost all newspapers. Of course, at this moment, James has no intention of attaching importance to the sturdy "green hat" on his head, because he is focusing on catching up with Nicky and winning the world championship. So James readily accepted the divorce and joked with reporters when he walked out of the room. This moment was the time when James Hunt was most focused on racing in his life. Such a moment has never happened since.
The story takes a turn at the Nurburgring North Circuit-the film is adapted from the life story of James Hunter, but before the Nurburgring North Circuit, I always hesitate to judge who is the first man in the film. main character. Obviously, Nicky Lauda's story is more inspirational and full of twists and turns. After this stop, I completely gave up to entangled who is the first actor, and completely accepted that this is a story between a pair of racers who are also friends and foes. They walked differently because of their different attitudes. the way. They are exciting, sighing or frustrated, no matter who you like better.
The Nurburgring North Ring, the already extremely difficult circuit, is raining heavily at the moment, and the risk factor far exceeds 20%-this is Nicky’s benchmark for judging danger in his mind. Races with more than 20% risk should not be participated in. . Racing is a great cause, it requires wisdom, rationality and calmness. Nicky convened a meeting of drivers and proposed to cancel the race; however, James believed that this was a conspiracy by Nicky to maintain the lead, and then incited other drivers to ask for the race to continue. At this moment, James reminded Nicky that racing sometimes needs friends more. Not just temporary teammates.
The accident happened on the track in heavy rain. Nicky was trapped in the burning car for nearly two minutes. The extensive burns to his face and head were obvious sources of pain. However, for Nicky, who regards racing as his life’s business, the greater pain comes from the heart-lying in a hospital bed, watching the TV on the table broadcast the races, James won the championship and will The points are catching up step by step, and even going to overtake.
During the 42 days of treatment, Nicky's strength and wife's love filled the whole picture. When Nicky forced to put on a racing helmet and his unbearable wife tried to stop him, Nicky didn't get angry, and of course he didn't give up obediently. He just said calmly: "You know, don't say anything." These are full of these. The glamorous dialogue and the wonderful performances of the actors made "Fast Wind" not become an MTV with only racing pictures aimed at stimulating the adrenal glands. It is a real movie.
In just 42 days, Nicky returned to the game. The humor in the press conference proved the changes of this great racer; what remains unchanged is his confidence and desire for the championship. And the question of the insulting reporter-"Does the way you are now really has no effect on your marriage?"-immediately proved the existence of friendship between James and Nicky as opponents. Because James quickly beat up the reporter, and this is not just out of guilt.
Nicky returned to the field and won the fourth place in the scoring station, but James' car broke down and failed to complete the game-there is no guilt factor in this, and they will continue to prove this point. Nicky continues to lead, James continues to catch up, and the points difference is getting smaller and smaller.
The last stop came, as if the world was doomed by reincarnation, and it was pouring rain again. Niki Lauda drove the car back to the pit while maintaining the lead, and made the decision to retire-reason, courage, love and responsibility, all burst out at this moment. James continued to move fast in danger. Worn tires and heavy rain gave Reaper and the champion the same possibility... This time, James surpassed Reaper and defeated Nicky by one point, and finally became World champion-sometimes, you can't help but ask: Why is James always so lucky, but Nicky is in disaster?
Everything is back to the beginning of the film. James keeps appearing in newspaper headlines or TV columns, but he has nothing to do with racing. Pleasure and passion have once again become the main content of life. Since then, James has never focused on the car at the moment after signing the divorce agreement.
Such a racing-themed movie has not been reduced to a popcorn movie of pure tire rubbing on the ground mixed with the sound of the engine. All this is due to the director Howard and the screenwriter Pete Morgan. Those exquisite dialogues give the film not only speed, but also depth; facing the grimace of death, it sets off an ode to great competition.
When Nicky stepped into the marriage hall, in happiness, he said such a deep-seated sentence: "Happiness is the enemy." Yes, happiness is the enemy, especially when happiness happens to a racer who often faces death. When on the body. It will make people unable to move forward bravely and make people hesitate. Therefore, the bottom line of the 20% risk is Nicky's rationality and wisdom, but also his responsibility for happiness. Therefore, at the last minute, he chose to stop the game and return to the room with his wife to change his uniform. And when these contrast with the scenes of him enduring pain and wanting to put on a helmet, how can these not make us feel moved?
"Look into the eyes of Death and escape his claws. It feels like a knight." This is James Hunter. When Nicky and James met at the airport, James was rushing to another banquet, and Nicky was checking the plane to prepare for the flight-he trained his own control by flying the plane. Recalling the last race, Nicky said that more than 20% of the danger is not allowed, and James said the previous sentence. For James, life lies in experience, and excitement and passion are far more important than calmly winning one championship after another. This was the last time the two met in person, and the friendship was more expressive. Nicky said obvious words of persuasion and retention: "Don't treat the enemy in your life as a curse. This is also a gift from heaven. Wise man. Learn more from enemies than fools learn from friends.” For Nicky, who has no friends, James is his best friend in his heart.
For Nicky, "happiness is the enemy", his tenacity and wisdom are touching. For James, what is the meaning of life? When Nicky said goodbye next season, James responded: "But I have to have fun first, and enjoy life. There are a million trophies, medals, and airplanes but I can’t be happy. What's the point? How can it be considered a win?" When James left and ran to his friend’s plane, that figure made people feel very disappointed. Of course he did not appear on the court next season. The lonely Nicky won the world championship again a few years later. James died young.
Note: It is said that Daniel Bruch wore braces in order to better interpret Niki Lauda to show himself a little bit of buck teeth. So the look in this film always reminds me of Nadal, the king of clay. . . And the handsome shots were all given to "Thor" Hemsworth, really wronged the Spanish male Bruch, but it is probably because of this that made the Spaniards angered to be better in acting.
2014-2-8
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