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Ride Like a Girl

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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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Mark Kermode Kermode & Mayo's Film Review Absolutely terrific...a triumphant film... Aug 19, 2020 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Read all reviews

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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 Full Review steve d You have seen its like before but this one is well done. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Audience Member I mean it feels like a good history lesson and sure it was enjoyful at times plus I did cry in the end which is a bonus for me. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review Audience Member 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 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Michelle Payne, first female jockey to win Melbourne Cup.
Director
Rachel Griffiths
Producer
Richard Keddie
Screenwriter
Andrew Knight, Elise McCredie
Production Co
Screen Australia
Rating
PG (Suggestive Comments|Some Thematic Elements|Language)
Genre
Biography, Drama
Original Language
Australian English
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 13, 2020
Runtime
1h 40m
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