David Harbour (in a supporting role) is a full-throttle delight in Neill Blomkamp’s semi-stirring underdog sports movie, inspired by the genuinely incredible story of English gamer-turned-racing pro, Jann Mardenborough. Gran Turismo’s message will enchant children sick of being told (by adults) that video games are a waste of time. Fake it till you make it? Hell, it worked for Jann.
Archie Madekwe is disarming as the diffident Cardiff teen whose love of PlayStation game Gran Turismo infuriates his hard-working dad, Steve (Djimon Hounsou). Jann’s skills at the wheel allow him to win a Nissan-run competition. Once at Nissan PlayStation Academy, he impresses growly, good-hearted trainer, Jack (Harbour; waywardly intense and soaring above every cringey cliche).
