The Flying Scotsman
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Movie Reviews of The Flying Scotsman
Movie Review: one of the most exciting cinema experiences of my 51 years
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm just home from enjoying one of the most exciting cinema experiences of my 51 years. As a recreational cyclist, and having trained hard and at least attempted racing, I knew that I would enjoy a film which focused on the life of a real athlete - rather than a fictional styling (Breaking Away) or one race (Hell On Wheels).
With 50% Scot blood in my veins I felt at home with the voices and scenery, but I found myself quickly intensely involved with the characters and swept away by the quality of the cinematography and the stunning surround sound. I've pre-ordered the DVD - but this is the very definition of big screen cinema entertainment.
In the late night screening I was lucky to have a whole row to myself - so no one witnessed my emotional gasps, or the times during the races when I was literally shaking with excitement.
I loved the way that Graeme's struggle with manic depression is given respectful depth - especially since his illness was an integral part of what drove him obsessively to achieve. Too few films deal effectively with the stress and reality of being bipolar. We need to see that he is loved, respected and supported as living with a mental illness, but also that he can accept polite active intervention.
This is a remarkable story - extremely well told. Full praise to all of the cast - especially Jonny Lee Miller, who looks and lives the part and to Brian Cox, one of Britain's greatest dramatic actors (see "The Lost Language Of Cranes").
I've read that the film is a more than adequate precis of Graeme's story, so I'm very much looking forward to reading his autobiography as well.
Movie Review: Wonderful!
Summary: 5 Stars
I just got back from a trip to Scotland--my first visit--and saw this film on the plane (Virgin Atlantic). Fabulous movie! I'm not Scots or a bicycler, but just loved it--beautifully filmed, wonderful acting, a great movie experience. I can't wait to get the DVD and watch it again with my family. Unfortunately I saw it on a small screen on the plane, but it was still terrific. The original soundtrack was also excellent. It was especially nice watching this on a trip to Glasgow, where it was filmed. Highly recommended for the cinematography, great acting, sensitive portrayal of Obree's depression, and the personal relationships that help him to succeed. Suitable for kids over about 8 or 10 in my opinion, one little bit with bad language (the f* word, said once). Very original film.Movie Review: Inspiring true story about remarkable achievements
Summary: 5 Stars
While Rotten Tomatoes and the Guardian do not rate this movie highly most viewers have seen what they have failed to. This excellent movie tells us it is possible to fulfill our potential, even achieve greatness, without money and the support systems it can buy. With perseverance and love it's possible to pick oneself up again and if need be, yet again. And to heal. The horrendous ongoing cost of bullying is made evident by Jonny Lee Milleras sensitive portrayal of Graeme Obree. The bullies who tormented him grew up to be bullies. We've all met them. What a high cost they extract.
The racing scenes are exhilarating.
This film was twelve years in the making. Well worth waiting for.
Movie Review: You don't have to be a bicycle fanatic to enjoy this movie
Summary: 5 Stars
If you're looking for a feel-good fun and a highly pleasurable movie experience, then this is such a rare treat. With it's great cinematography, excellent acting and charming production values, I thoroughly enjoyed this subtle escape from the sad mainstay of the Hollywood-fiction-action-blockbuster. I'm not an avid cyclist so although I appreciate other comments about how this may have downplayed the full struggle Graeme Obree must have endured to achieve world-fame, I understand why the filmmakers had to strike this balance in order to make this delightful story accessible to a wider family audience. Thoroughly enjoyable and delightful spirit-lifting stuff !Movie Review: the flying scotsman
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought the movie after reading the book and still enjoyed the movie. Greame Obree owned Irvine Cycles ( you will read about it in the book) and I met him a few times in the shop that I worked in just a short distance away from the cycle shop and I can tell you that Jonny Lee Miller was spot on with his performance of Greame. Coming from Ayrshire and growing up in that time it was like watching a home movie with the bullying, depression and struggles. He is an amazing man and one day he will get the privelledge of knowing this. All fans must read the book to get the full stories of the heartbrake and the full story of loss he endured.