Chariots of Fire sounds like a pre-Christ days movie talking about Biblical pride and struggle. In a way, it’s true. In a way, its grossly inaccurate. As the name suggests, religion and self-respect are two strongest elements of this movie. Set in Britain of 1919-24, Chariots of Fire is story about two athletes representing their country and their values in 1924 Paris Olympics.
A Scottish Christian Eric Liddle and Jew Harold Abrahams compete against each other in their early days. Liddle wins. Harold, unhappy with the defeat, takes professional help and trains harder. While Liddle runs for the reason that he feels acoustic inspiration on track, Harold fights out anti-Semitism with his performance. Both qualify for Olympics. Liddle's event is on Sunday, a day reserved for Sabbath. If he runs, his Christian values will be compromised. Harold has a point to make and given the grandeur of stage, it will have a strong message. Will they fight out their demons and win it? And how?
Chariots of Fire is a fine example of filmmaking. Each and every character is so well detailed. The behavior and mannerism. Performances are good. As Harold, Ben Cross leaves an everlasting impact. Ian Charleson as Eric Liddle gives a fine performance. Dialogues are subtle but leaves an impression. Background score is legendary. It echoes he dual emotions of pride and prayer. In the history of British Cinema, Chariots of Fire has a special place... rightly so.
Written By: Sujoy Ghosh
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