I give The Rider an 8.5, not quite a nine so I rounded down. This is a very personal story about life, loss and perseverance. Brady has a severe head injury from a riding incident where he got bucked off and his head was stomped. He is living with his father who is a tough character with a few vices that lead to further problems for Brady. He also lives with his younger sister who is developmentally delayed but very strong willed, like all of the family. He also has an older brother who broke his back/neck riding and is semi-paralyzed.
Brady's family and friends are all really well developed characters and the film feels like a documentary, but better.
This is a great hidden gem and if you get the chance to see it, then see it.
Brady's family and friends are all really well developed characters and the film feels like a documentary, but better.
This is a great hidden gem and if you get the chance to see it, then see it.