The racing movie that makes a near perfect lap
It's a big day in movies – there are a few out this week, including one with some of the biggest stars in the world; Ford V Ferrari, which makes a near perfect lap.
Ford V Ferrari
Let's go back to the early 60s when Ferrari reigned supreme on the racetrack, and Henry Ford II decided his car company needed to add a bit of sizzle and speed had a crack at buying the all-conquering Ferrari.
When the deal fell through, Ford commissioned ground-breaking car designer Carroll Shelby, played by Matt Damon, to build a race car.
Damon is perfectly cast as Shelby, who believes he has the driver to make the most of his car at the 24-hour Le Mans race; Englishman Ken Miles, played by Christian Bale.
Bale is incredible. He just disappears into his characters. The story is gripping, as these two battle the might of Ferrari, the physics of speed and the corporate politics of Ford.
But the racing action is phenomenal and the attention to detail, with all the 60s cars most impressive.
If you don't know the historical details I suggest you keep it that way. It's a cracking yarn that will have you on the edge of your seat for all 150 minutes. It's called Ford v Ferrari, so strap yourself in.
Ford V Ferrari - 4 stars
Charlie's Angels
Also out today is the latest incarnation of Charlie's Angels written and directed by Elizabeth Banks, who also stars as a new look Bosley.
It's action stations for our new look angels – Kristen Stewart, Ella Balinska and Naomi Scott, who you will remember as princess Jasmine.
This time around however, it's no fairytale as our fearless angels find themselves up against a devilish plot to use some new technology to take power off the planet.
There are some nods to previous angels as the whole shebang heads in new directions with multiple Bosleys running multiple angels everywhere. There is plenty of action, lots of laughs and oodles of glamour and basically it's an inoffensive couple of hours of fun.
'Charlie's Angels' - 3 stars
The Report
The Report is a docudrama with an all-star cast including Annette Bening, Jon Hamm and Adam Driver.
The plot revolves around the Senate Intelligence Committee's investigating into the CIA's use of torture of terrorist suspects following the events of 9/11.
It packs a big wallop I've got tell you. You will find it in selected cinemas today and live streaming in a fortnight.
The Report - 3.5 stars
INXS: Live Baby Live
If you love a little INXS, their fabulous Wembley Stadium gig from 1991 is in selected cinemas, called Live Baby Live.
That is just an awesome concert experience. If you love INXS, and who doesn't, it won't be around for long, so go see it.
