In Rapide, Morgan S. Dalibert(Balle perdue) delivers a story at the crossroads of action and thriller, driven by a quest to surpass oneself. Max, played by Paola Locatelli, is a teenager with a passion for speed and motor sports. From the moment she starts karting, she dreams of becoming a Formula 1 champion. But at 17, despite her undeniable talent, she comes up against the barriers of a male-dominated world.
That's when an unlikely mentor steps in, played by Alban Lenoir, a whimsical, washed-up ex-driver who believes in her against all odds. With breathtaking sequences on the racetrack and powerful emotional stakes, Rapide promises a captivating immersion in the world of motor racing.
Rapide will be released in France on April 16, 2025.
Synopsis: Max has always liked to go fast. She doesn't know any other way. So when she discovers karting, it's obvious: she's going to be an F1 champion. But at 17, no racing team is holding her back. Faced with a world that has turned its back on her, a whimsical former driver still believes in her, and has a single goal: to make her the fastest.
Rapide will appeal to fans of sports stories, motor racing enthusiasts and those who enjoy inspiring stories where underdogs defy established norms. Fans of films like Rush or Le Mans 66 will be seduced by the intense action on the racetrack and the complex human dynamics. What sets Rapide apart is its heroine: a young woman struggling to make her mark in an environment where she's not welcome.
Rapide marks the rise of Paola Locatelli, a promising influencer and actress, in a physical, intense role. Alongside her, Alban Lenoir, known for his muscular performances, plays a complex and endearing mentor. The film, written and directed by Morgan S. Dalibert, promises an immersive mise-en-scène, where the adrenalin of racing and the personal stakes are finely blended.
With Rapide, Morgan S. Dalibert delivers a breathtaking race in which a young woman's determination and courage defy convention. Both inspiring and spectacular, this action thriller will appeal to audiences looking for thrills and hopeful stories.
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