QUEUED UP: Asif Kapadia's Senna

There were plenty of good films left off the Oscars' shortlist, but not one of the omissions tugged at my heartstrings more than Senna.

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QUEUED UP: Asif Kapadia’s Senna

POSTED: Wednesday, February 1, 2012, 2:00 PM

Filed Under: Movies Movie Review

Movie critic (and the guy who compiles our weekly repertory film listings) Michael Gold reviews his favorite Netflix Instant flick of the week.

February is upon us, which means bland date movies occupying theater screens and romantic-movie marathons inundating cable. And yes, if you’re looking for a heart-wrenching romance or insipid chick flick, Netflix certainly has plenty to offer. But the February event that has my heart atwitter is the Oscars — especially because I’m still reeling from the Academy’s gratuitous snubs.

There were plenty of good films left off the shortlist for the Super Bowl of cinema, but not one of the omissions tugged at my heartstrings more than Senna (2011, U.K., 105 min.). Asif Kapadia’s documentary about Ayrton Senna offers far more than a satisfying homage for motorheads who can’t get enough of the legendary Brazilian racing champ. Using archival footage and sparse narration, the doc paints a touching portrait of an enigmatic man whose desire to win was all-consuming. It’s a stunningly emotional foray into a sport known for its mechanical uniformity — which makes it a perfect watch for the month of love.

Read City Paper film critic Cindy Fuch’s review here.

(michael.gold@citypaper.net) (@migold)

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