The Art of Racing in the Rain review


Based on the best selling book of the same name The Art of Racing in the Rain tells the story of the most adorable Golden Retriever named Enzo and his bond with his owner a Formula One race car drive named Denny Swift. Right off the bat we're introduced to Enzo when he is a pup as he is literally pulled from a pen of puppies. Immediately taking a shine to Denny the pup proceeds to go on an adventure of a lifetime. The Art of Racing in the Rain is a little bit more unique than other dog movies however. As not only does it mainly revolve around Formula One racing but it is narrated by Enzo himself. Voice by Kevin Costner the way he talks and tells us the viewers about his day to day life is so charming.

 Amanda Seyfried also stars here and it is when she enters the life of Enzo and Denny that the movie changes and shifts into something else. The first opening 30 minutes are charming, funny and so childish at times but it was so engrossing. What follows however is dreary, dark and a bit upsetting. And no it's not got to do with anything to do with Enzo. As the movie rolls on death, heartbreak and anguish begins to take center stage as it's still all being told from the perspective of Enzo. Having never read the book maybe this is what the movie makers intended given the source material but it didn't sit that well with me. Kevin Costner's voice is perfect for Enzo though and the bond the dog shares with his human counterparts is exceptional. 
So all in all just how is The Art of Racing in the Rain?? it's certainly worth a watch. It's charming if a bit dreary and dull. It's quite funny at times also with Enzo's reason for doing certain things and always backing up Denny and his family. As for the ending?? well it's one of the most heart swelling endings I've seen in a while. It will leave you with the biggest grin on your face as you leave the theater. The Art of Racing in the Rain is certainly enjoyable, Enzo steals the show and even leaves us with a few nice life lessons. 

 ★★★

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  1. Unknown13 August 2019 at 11:46

    Love the review, you have enough info without giving too much away. Think I'm gonna go see this one.

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    1. D.C.Reviews15 August 2019 at 05:31

      Thanks :) it's definitely worth checking out.

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  2. Unknown13 August 2019 at 11:47

    It's me, CarolunaBlueAndMoxy

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