This based-on-a-true-story tale of a teen gamer turned professional racer has a simple premise, but it works.
If someone were to tell your teenage self you could jump into your favourite game and live it for real, would you do it? For teen “Gran Turismo” player Jann Mardenborough , that opportunity presents itself when he’s given the chance to become a professional racecar driver.
Coming on top in the qualifying race, Jann earns a spot alongside other simulation racers. As the group is eliminated one by one at the academy camp, he forms a bond with Salter, earning the latter’s approval through his determination and racing expertise.After narrowly winning to determine who will represent Nissan in a real race, Jann is told he will earn a professional licence if he finishes at least fourth in any one of a series of qualifying races.
As with all underdog sports dramas, it’s imperative for the protagonist to be someone you’d want to cheer on. Madekwe plays Jann with a boyish charm, his hopefulness and perseverance endearing you to his performance as a whole. Still, as he grows to be a father figure to the young Jann, their scenes together are what give the fast-paced film heart and levity.
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