The World's Fastest Indian

Cast & Crew

Anthony Hopkins

Burt Munro

Diane Ladd

Ada

Paul Rodriguez

Fernando

Bruce Greenwood

Jerry

Christopher Lawford

Jim Moffet

Jessica Cauffiel

Wendy

Aaron Murphy

Tom

Chris Williams

Tina

Roger Donaldson

Director

Roger Donaldson

Writer

Roger Donaldson

Producer

Gary Hannam

Producer

Masaharu Inaba

Executive Producer

Charles Hannah

Executive Producer

Megumi Fukasawa

Executive Producer

Satoru Iseki

Executive Producer

Barrie M. Osborne

Executive Producer

David Gribble

Cinematographer

Dianne Crittenden

Casting

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Critic Reviews for The World's Fastest Indian

Audience Reviews for The World's Fastest Indian

• Apr 27, 2011

  Sir Anthony Hopkins has to be one of the most versatile actors working in film today. His portrayal of the real-life character of Burt Munro captured the essence of the man revealed in the clips of him that were included in the Extras on this DVD. Only Sir Anthony has the range to make this characterization believable and be able to play villainous serial killers with equal success. One cannot help but get caught up in this quest by this ordinary Kiwi with an extraordinary talent for coaxing unprecedented speed out of his antique motorcycle and to enlist the aid of perfect strangers along the way. The supporting cast is marvelous. Many of them only appear briefly, but each of them is memorable. The young boy, Tommy (Aaron Murphy), is especially endearing as the neighbor who believes in Burt when no one else seems to. Look for Paul Rodriguez and Diane Ladd, as well. The cinematography is terrific, and the locations are starkly beautiful. The story is what holds one's interest, however. It is first rate!
  

  Super Reviewer
• Mar 15, 2011

  Hopkins is at his absolute best in this inspirational true story.
  

  Super Reviewer
• Nov 07, 2010

  took a look at this film with a slightly wary eye, the title being rather ambiguous and misleading initially. I nearly passed it by to watch one of the many screener DVD's I had to view. for possible inclusion in the BAFTA awards. I presumed it was about a runner or maybe an Indian astronaut, possibly. I had no idea initially the "Indian" referred to a great American motorcycle,rather than a particular type of human.I am so glad I wasn't thrown by the title, and started watching. There unfolded a most delightful story about Bert, an instantly rather charming eccentric old character (superbly played by Anthony Hopkins), who built an old 1920's motorcycle in his garden shed. He then attempts to break the world-land speed record on a machine designed to originally travel about 90mph. The plot develops into a most charming and beautiful story of Bert's determination to get to the race event and the journey is as much of the story as the event itself. Obviously I shall not divulge the result or the events that happen, suffice it to say that Bert becomes an instantly likable character by everyone he meets. Bert's charm shines through and he takes everyone he meets at face value and welcomes all with a smile and a shake of the hand. He meets various "characters" along the way who he befriends like long-lost friends,which is a fresh in these days of prejudice and alienation. This was a very innocent time in 1967 for a New Zealander going to America, and there is one of the films most delightful and charming moments when Bert realises all is not quite what it seems when he meets one certain character......... MAKE SURE YOU SEE THIS FILM, it will have you laughing, crying and will uplift you, which is quite uncommon in these days in the movies of blood, killing, violence and savagery. I would be very surprised if Anthony is not at least nominated for his starring role as Bert. Lovely film which needs a different title to me, but then again "it does what it says on the tin", as they say. Go and see it. Great
  

  Super Reviewer
• Oct 13, 2010

  The World's Fastest Indian is yet another well done feel good movie. The film tells the story of Burt Munro who seeked to break a land speed record on his 1920 Indian Scout. A film that focuses on one mans determination to accomplish his goal, The World's Fastest Indian is yet another terrific film from talented director Roger Donaldson (Thirteen Days), this is a film about Munro's trip to the Bonneville Salt Flats to break the record he so desired. Along the way, he befriends many people, and despite the fact that odds are against him, he persevere's and ultimately achieves his goal. Anthony Hopkins gives a great performance as Burt Munro. This is an incredible story of determination and perseverance. Over the course of late 60's till his death, he set many land speed records on his Indian Scout motorcycle. Roger Donaldson makes yet another terrific film, and with Anthony Hopkins on board, The World's Fastest Indian is a superb achievement. Hopkins delivers one of his best performances since he played Hannibal Lector in Silence Of The Lambs. The film is amusing, comical and sometimes sad, but it never feels like Burt Munro will fail. Despite a bit of misfortune, he manages to keep his head high, and succeed in setting his record. The World's Fastest Indian is a terrific film with a great story and acting. This is one of Roger Donaldson's finest films, and he always manages to make terrific films with an interesting story. This yet another great film with a story that will inspire the believers and dreamers ever. A very entertaining film with a great cast, make The World's Fastest Indian a film definitely worth watching. Another great film for Anthony Hopkins.
  

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