Rush (2013), directed by Ron Howard, is a biographical film that chronicles the intense 1970s rivalry between Formula 1 drivers James Hunt and Niki Lauda. Plot Overview
Daniel Brühl’s portrayal of Niki Lauda is widely considered one of the best biographical performances in modern cinema.
A disciplined, technical, and pragmatic Austrian "computer."
The film used real vintage F1 cars and filmed on historic tracks like Brands Hatch.
The narrative culminates in Lauda’s horrific crash at the Nürburgring and his near-miraculous return to the track just weeks later to challenge Hunt for the world title. Key Themes