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Boneyard Racers streaming

Original title: The Racer
2020 Movie Luxembourg, Ireland, Belgium Drama, Sport, Comedy 95 min Ages 15+
By: Kieron J. Walsh With: Louis Talpe, Tara Lee, Iain Glen, Timo Wagner, Ward Kerremans

Summer 1998 - the opening stages of Le Tour de France are relocated to Ireland. Belgian rider Dom Chabol (late 30s) has been one of the best "Domestiques" (support riders) on the Tour for the last 20 years. It's a sacrificial role - setting pace, blocking wind, and providing support to enable the team's sprinter to victory - winning is not an option. But Dom secretly harbours a desire to wear the yellow jersey - just once before his career is over. At the start of what will likely be his last Tour, Dom is unceremoniously dropped from the Team he has dedicated his life to. His best mate Sonny, the team masseur, fails to reassure him about his future. But a chance liaison with Lynn, a young Irish doctor, softens the blow, and Dom starts to accept - and even enjoy - the idea of civilian life. But as he gears up to go home and to face his estranged sister, a massive doping error knocks another teammate off the Tour and Dom is thrown back in the saddle.

Filmium rating
59%

Mood

Dramatic
Inspirational
Inspiring
Intense
Motivational
Resilient
Tense

Cast & Crew

Kieron J. Walsh
Sean Cook
Ciaran Cassidy
Matteo Simoni
Timo Wagner
Tara Lee
Ward Kerremans
Louis Talpe
Karel Roden
Iain Glen

Adaptation

Based On Real Events
Based On True Events

Budget

Mid-Budget

Cinematic Technique

Cinematography
Close-Up Shots
Dynamic Camera Work
Immersive
Natural Lighting
Polished Visuals
Sleek Cinematography
Sports Filming
Wide Shots

Narrative Structure

Chronological
Linear
Linear Storytelling

Pace

Adrenaline-Fueled
Dynamic Pacing
Emotional Depth
Fast-Paced
Moderate Pace
Rhythmic
Thrilling
Varied

Runtime

Average Length

Soundtrack

Motivational Score
Sports-Themed Music

Style

Cinematic
Dynamic Camera Work
Linear Narrative
Mid-Budget
Sleek Cinematography
Sports Drama
Straightforward Narrative

Time-Period

Late 1990S
Summer 1998

Central Conflict

Athletic Competition
Loyalty
Personal Sacrifice
Team Loyalty
Team Support

Characters

Athlete
Belgian Rider
Domestic
Domestic Cyclist
Support Cyclist
Support Rider

Ending

Ambiguous
Bittersweet
Motivational
Realistic Portrayal
Triumph

Historical Context

1998 Tour De France
Late 1990S Sports

Key Plot Points

Irish Cycling Stages
Irish Race
Professional Cycling
Racing Support
Relocation Of Tour Stages
Support Rider Challenges

Plot

Cycling Competition
Ireland Setting
Personal Struggle
Personal Struggles
Professional Challenges
Professional Cycling
Sports Drama
Support Rider
Tour De France
Tour De France Support Rider

Setting

1998 Tour De France
Cycling Events
Cycling Routes
European Landscapes
French Countryside
Ireland
Tour De France

Shooting Location

Ireland

Theme

Ambition
Athletic Perseverance
Determination
Loyalty
Perseverance
Personal Sacrifice
Pursuit Of Dreams
Resilience
Team Loyalty
Teamwork

Genre

Biographical
Character Study
Sports Drama

Audiences

Adults
Adventure Lovers
Cycling Enthusiasts
Cycling Fans
Drama Enthusiasts
Drama Lovers
Sports Enthusiasts
Sports Fans

Titles

The Racer

Reception

Average Rating
Cannes Online Showcase
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews On Metacritic
Positive Critical Reception
Positive Feedback
Positive Reviews
Rotten Tomatoes 85%

Production Countries

Belgium
Ireland
Luxembourg

Release Year

2020
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