Focus Features | Release Date: February 19, 2016
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Brent_MarchantFeb 19, 2016
An inspiring, though somewhat schmaltzy and rather formulaic biopic about Jesse Owens' remarkable feats at the 1936 Berlin Olympics in which he triumphed tremendously in the face of Adolph Hitler's attempts at establishing and flaunting hisAn inspiring, though somewhat schmaltzy and rather formulaic biopic about Jesse Owens' remarkable feats at the 1936 Berlin Olympics in which he triumphed tremendously in the face of Adolph Hitler's attempts at establishing and flaunting his new Arian empire. While the film effectively captures the look and feel of the period and addresses the many facets that made up Owens' story, it nevertheless suffers from inconsistent performances, uneven pacing and occasionally trite dialogue. Watching "Race" makes for a good high school homework assignment, though it's far from groundbreaking cinema. Expand
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EpicLadySpongeFeb 20, 2016
Race is racing to get to the positives, but failed to do so.... ending up in a 6. While Race brings us heartbreaking moments and heartwarming moments at the same time, Race brings us another "Been there, done that" plan that perfectlyRace is racing to get to the positives, but failed to do so.... ending up in a 6. While Race brings us heartbreaking moments and heartwarming moments at the same time, Race brings us another "Been there, done that" plan that perfectly describe movies like these. Expand
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TVJerryFeb 24, 2016
The double entendre of this film’s title is apt. It details the athletic success of Jesse Owen as he works his way to his record-setting 1936 Olympics, as well as the racial travails that made his journey such a challenge. It’s veryThe double entendre of this film’s title is apt. It details the athletic success of Jesse Owen as he works his way to his record-setting 1936 Olympics, as well as the racial travails that made his journey such a challenge. It’s very informative, especially the details about the reactions of the Nazis, who were hosting those fateful games in Berlin. While it’s well made and has a solid (if traditional) structure, it lacks the fervor that would have ignited the story’s passion. The cast does fine and the direction is competent. It’s more a fascinating history lesson than a stirring film. (The CGI locations are the most obviously fake in recent memory.) Expand
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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
I found this movie interesting. The movie's title was perfect for this film. The actual true story is incredible, but the film i a little rough around the edges though. With Jesse an African American who is an Olympian during the Adolf HitlerI found this movie interesting. The movie's title was perfect for this film. The actual true story is incredible, but the film i a little rough around the edges though. With Jesse an African American who is an Olympian during the Adolf Hitler reign is very bold and risky. I was very surprised that Jason Sudeikis does very good and Stephan James does portray Jesse Owens perfectly. Good watch, nothing special though. Expand
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RatedRexMar 6, 2016
Race is a formula, made-for-TV type biopic that never really penetrates the phenomenon of Jesse Owens. I would liked to have seen how the students at Ohio State reacted to Owens after his collegiate victories, as well as his neighborhood andRace is a formula, made-for-TV type biopic that never really penetrates the phenomenon of Jesse Owens. I would liked to have seen how the students at Ohio State reacted to Owens after his collegiate victories, as well as his neighborhood and family. I would have enjoyed seeing how other Olympics athletes react to Owens. How did his community welcome him home? How did Owens feel about his own greatness. Those emotions didn't have enough screen time. Thus, the movie comes up a little flat. This story would have probably done better as a 3-part mini series on HBO or Showtime. Then they could have told the complete story. But even with its flaws, "Race" is still worth a look. Expand
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Benkoko11Feb 23, 2017
Its too long and could have dug deeper into the ethical quanderies of the day, yet Race is nevertheless an important and fairly well-executed period sports drama. Its also refreshing to see Sudeikis act in a more serious role.
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Kludd4EverJun 8, 2021
It's pretty fabricated movie, mostly just "Yay USA, Boooooo Germany." Yeah, yeah I am well aweare about Hitler etc. but USA isn't any better even in these times. Also there are some scenes that you are "Mhm, yeah sure that really happend"It's pretty fabricated movie, mostly just "Yay USA, Boooooo Germany." Yeah, yeah I am well aweare about Hitler etc. but USA isn't any better even in these times. Also there are some scenes that you are "Mhm, yeah sure that really happend" like the crows starting to chant for Owens after just one race and the whole stadioum in Berlin chanting USA. Also the music could be better beside in th eopening tittle. Expand
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