The Boys In The Boat

Callum Turner puts in a fine performance as Olympic rower Joe Rantz in George Clooney's latest cosy slice of American history.

...a real-life underdog story, one that zeroes in on Callum Turner’s proud but penniless Depression-era student Joe Ranz, who desperately battles for a crew place just for the free board and lodging. 

George Clooney’s formulaic sporting drama of triumph against the odds.

Conventionally old fashioned, the film may not surprise you, but it will satisfy you.

...hits all the usual sports film beats, following the team from its inception to its final race against the world, with interesting character-building adding to the film.

...a pleasant introduction to a fascinating bit of history...