This film came out when I was very young and looking back in hindsight was probably one of the influences that made me learn to ride motorbikes,and have them as an important part of my life (check out the user name).
I'm not sure if the rivalry between Barry Sheene and Kenny Roberts had anything to do with the film but David Essex character reminds me of Bazza especially with the training at Brands Hatch.
When I watched it again with my girlfriend (1st time she saw it) in the 90's it was still a blast and my GF enjoyed it too. Although I still can remember a lot of people grumbled at the ending.. Thats something you'll have to make your mind up over. I still wonder about it when the film is mentioned or I hear the theme song on radio.
I'm not sure if the rivalry between Barry Sheene and Kenny Roberts had anything to do with the film but David Essex character reminds me of Bazza especially with the training at Brands Hatch.
When I watched it again with my girlfriend (1st time she saw it) in the 90's it was still a blast and my GF enjoyed it too. Although I still can remember a lot of people grumbled at the ending.. Thats something you'll have to make your mind up over. I still wonder about it when the film is mentioned or I hear the theme song on radio.