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The Flying Scotsman
The Flying Scotsman
Actors: Jonny Lee Miller, Sean Brown (III), Joseph Carney, Crawford McInally-Kier, Jan Plazalski (II)
Genres: Indie & Art House, Drama, Sports
PG-13     2007     1hr 36min

Based on the incredible true story of amateur cyclist Graeme Obree, who breaks the world one-hour record on a bike he made out of washing machine parts.

     

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Actors: Jonny Lee Miller, Sean Brown (III), Joseph Carney, Crawford McInally-Kier, Jan Plazalski (II)
Genres: Indie & Art House, Drama, Sports
Sub-Genres: Indie & Art House, Drama, Olympics
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Format: DVD - Color,Full Screen,Widescreen - Subtitled
DVD Release Date: 09/18/2007
Original Release Date: 01/01/2007
Theatrical Release Date: 01/01/2007
Release Year: 2007
Run Time: 1hr 36min
Screens: Color,Full Screen,Widescreen
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaDVD Credits: 1
Total Copies: 0
Members Wishing: 0
MPAA Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Languages: English
Subtitles: English, French, Spanish

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Member Movie Reviews

Leah G. (Leahbelle) from NIPOMO, CA
Reviewed on 9/22/2019...
This is a well-acted drama with an uplifting ending about courage and determination and the willingness to overcome all odds.
1 of 1 member(s) found this review helpful.
K. K. (GAMER)
Reviewed on 9/3/2019...
Watched over the weekend! Slow but solid true story plotline. Jonny Lee Miller at his best!
Kenneth S. from PINSON, AL
Reviewed on 3/21/2013...
A very good movie.
2 of 2 member(s) found this review helpful.
Valerie P. from ATLANTA, GA
Reviewed on 3/12/2010...
If you are a Jonny Lee Miller fan and a professional cycling fan, this is an enjoyable movie for you. I am both, so have chosen to keep the copy I recently received.

Set in the early 1990s, the movie is based on the true story of Graeme Obree, a Scot who lives in a small towne with his wife and owns a failing bicycle shop. He proceeds to build a bicycle out of old machine parts and uses that to win the 1 hour world record (for longest distance ridden in a velodrome.) Unfortunately, Graeme continues to develop bipolar disorder.

Well acted, this film give the viewer a good, general overview of the true store of what happened to Mr. Obree.
2 of 2 member(s) found this review helpful.

Movie Reviews

One of the most exciting cinema experiences of my 51 years
John Frame | Brisbane, Queensland Australia | 08/27/2007
(5 out of 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."
Stunning little movie - more about a battle with depression
D. Stuart | Auckland NZ | 01/13/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)

"The Flying Scotsman seems to polarise Amazon buyers, and those expecting a rip-roaring cycle-racing story are clearly frustrated by the actual drama, which is of a driven individualist who, using a home-made bicycle (even using parts from a washing machine) breaks the world's endurance record in a time trial that had cyclists everywhere in awe. Who was this man we'd never heard of?

But the cycling exploits, which are as much about the loneliness of training and the head-butting frustration of dealing with sports officials, takes Obree to the point of suicide, and a long wrestle with manic depression. On this note, the film is unbelievably authentic, and there's a scene - actually when Obree is being feted by fans - when you can tell his brain has, what I'd say, "just slipped off the face of his own life."

What drove Obree? It was a painful lack of self-confidence instilled by years of bullying and by precious little help from his own father, a policeman.

As with many trues stories of depression, what anchors Obree is the support of his incredible wife, and the support of his small circle of loyal friends: here compacted into one joyous character who is like a beacon in the dour, overcast Scottish social landscape inhabited by Obree. This movie absolutely nails the realities of depression, and is one of the most honest small movies I've seen in a long time. Yeah, I wept.

If you're looking for an exciting cycle race movie, no, this is not the one for you, but if you want a movie that takes you into the sometimes dark world of the human soul, be prepared for one tough ride. The glory of this story is that Obree climbed out of the worst of his depression (he still battles with it) but in doing so in this movie he shows us that human achievement can often be quite detached from one's sense of personal success. As this inspirational story shows: a world record didn't satisfy Obree's demons.

Incidentally, for those who wonder: the film was made with Obree's own input, and he actually supplies the close-ups in the beautifully shot time-trial sequences."
Wonderful!
Prof J | Port Jefferson, NY USA | 09/15/2007
(5 out of 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."