Fundamentals
Fundamentals

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Fundamentals

2004
Movie
53 min
English

The all-new mountainbike how-to video from the creators of the unparalleled Earthed video and world-renowned Dirt magazine. Produced and directed by Alex Rankin Filmed all around the world, Fundamentals features inside info and unveils the secrets behind how the pros ride so fast, with expert advice and tips from the fastest riders on the planet including Steve Peat, Nathan Rennie, Greg Minnaar and Eric Carter among many others. It will enable you to grasp and improve on the fundamentals of riding, be it on an aggressive XC loop, DH race track or anything in between. Fundamentals also teaches you how to set up your bike to squeeze the best out of it, from suspension to brakes, gears, cranks and more with the two of the finest mountain bike mechanics out there. Backed up with a killer soundtrack and footage from international races and the trails, Fundamentals is for all mountain bike riders from beginner to expert.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users83%
Director: Rob BurnettGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A writer who suffers a personal tragedy begins a new career as a caregiver. He takes on his first client, a witty and sarcastic teenager with a rare neuromuscular disorder. The two embark on a road trip to visit the 'Hall of Records' of the world's most unusual people and places.

Critical Reception

Fundamentals of Caring received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its heartwarming story, humor, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Paul Rudd. While some found the plot predictable, the film was widely considered a charming and feel-good dramedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its genuine humor and emotional depth.

  • Paul Rudd's performance as a compassionate caregiver was a standout.

  • The road trip narrative offered moments of both poignancy and lightness.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlighted the film's touching story and the chemistry between the main actors. Many appreciated its uplifting message and humorous dialogue, finding it a refreshing and enjoyable watch.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 2012 novel 'The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving' by Jonathan Evison.

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