Ride Like a Girl

PG

2019

1h 40m

Biography

Drama

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67%

36 Reviews

Tomatometer

74%

50+ Ratings

Audience Score

Michelle Payne, first female jockey to win Melbourne Cup.

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Ride Like a Girl is far from the subtlest inspirational drama, but its fact-based story and charming cast are just enough to guide it down the stretch.

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meredith w

Regardless of what you may think of the sport of horse racing, this is an inspirational story, even more so because it is the true tale of Michelle Payne becoming the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. Yet even with knowing its basics, it is still quite emotionally affecting at times, thanks to some great performances from a who's who of Australian film.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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steve d

You have seen its like before but this one is well done.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Alexandra R

Such an inspiring story. So glad that it could be shared and broadcasted on the big screen. A great watch I recommend to all!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/06/21

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mike v

Ride Like a Girl is a 2019 Australian biographical sports drama film directed by Rachel Griffiths in her feature film directing debut 🐴 It's good 🙂 I'd recommend it if you like this genre 👍🏼 It's a bit lightweight and not evenly paced, but hey, it's the Melbourne Cup. NEVER GIVE UP

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Loved it! Great performances by every performer! Heart-squeezing and captivating from beginning to end! The soundtrack was wonderful!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/22/23

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Audience Member

it holds a strong message about sexism and perseverance but i was just bored watching it because horse racing does not interest me.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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Rachel Griffiths

Director

Teresa Palmer

Michelle Payne

Sam Neill

Paddy Payne

Sullivan Stapleton

Darren Weir

Sophia Forrest

Cathy Payne

Henry Nixon

Andrew Payne

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Mark Kermode

Kermode & Mayo's Film Review

Absolutely terrific...a triumphant film...

Aug 19, 2020

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Peter Bradshaw

Guardian

The big-heartedness of this film won me over despite my utter ignorance of the racing world.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 25, 2020

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

Griffiths showcases a level of dramatic restraint that gives her movie an extra layer of authenticity that's splendid.

Rated: 3/4

Mar 18, 2020

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Alex Behan

Stuff.co.nz

Director Rachel Griffiths doesn't lay it on too thick - and doesn't need to - the story is an obvious champion.

Jul 8, 2021

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Jason Best

Marie Claire

Rachel Griffiths doesn't steer too far from biopic convention, but... the movie's feelgood final furlongs are sure to have you cheering.

Aug 19, 2020

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Carla Hay

Culture Mix

As Michelle Payne, [Teresa] Palmer does a credible job with her performance, which solidly carries the whole movie ... Ride Like a Girl is absolutely an inspiring film, but compared to 1944's National Velvet, it just won't be considered a classic.

Jul 16, 2020

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Synopsis

Michelle Payne, first female jockey to win Melbourne Cup.

Director: Rachel Griffiths
Screenwriter: Andrew Knight, Elise McCredie
Production Co: Screen Australia
Rating: PG (Suggestive Comments|Some Thematic Elements|Language)
Genre: Biography, Drama
Original Language: English (Australia)
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 13, 2020
Runtime: 1h 40m

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