"The World's Fastest Indian"

[thrihyrne]

This movie was recommended to me by my Kiwi friend along with several others either set in NZ or in this case, featuring one— although the person it's about, Burt Munro, is played by Anthony Hopkins. Burt Munro really loved to ride motorcycles fast. He worked on his for hours each day, for years and years, and was apparently quite the mechanic and innovative engineer, making parts for his cycle to allow it to go faster and faster. He set world speed records in his 60s! This is a very 'feel good' movie, suitable for any audience. The disc that I got from the library also features a documentary about Burt made in the 70s, also recommended. It was fun to see and hear him, the real person, after seeing him as portrayed by Anthony Hopkins. Unsurprisingly, he did a great job. ;)