It’s still kind of a head-scratcher that director Neill Blomkamp’s Gran Turismo adaptation is less of a traditional “video game movie,” and more of a biopic. Telling the true story of gamer-turned-racer Jann Mardenborough (Archie Madekwe), it’s more of an inspirational tale than a hard-driving fantasy. Though having said that, one of the writers for this entry on the 2023 movie release schedule actually explained how this very real story still drew inspiration from some of the most iconic films of all time. And the two beloved cinematic stalwarts in question are none other than Rocky and Top Gun.
Co-writer Zach Baylin spoke with Empire as part of the early press rounds for this latest Playstation game adaptation. While discussing his approach to the racing movie, Baylin revealed that he was able to mind some very relatable elements from the aforementioned ‘80s action and sports flicks. When speaking on the matter, the screenwriter specifically said the following:
