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... not too many jockeys, if any, so you need to be a legend or achieve something pretty spectacular to qualify. A truly inspirational story, if you need a fix of happiness with a tear or two thrown in, or some motivation to take the next step to achieving your dreams, look no further than here.

For Horse race fans all over This gritty movie provides some telling shots of what it's like to ride a horse in a tight race.

Had the choice between this and another movie tonight, so glad we went for this one. Based on the true story of Michelle Payne, surprisingly directed by Rachael Griffiths, this is a good movie and worth the time to watch. Saw some other reviews to make comment on, one has a low score stating she has won a race no has heard of..... there is no one one in Australia that hasn't heard of the Melbourne Cup, Internationally anyone in the racing world definitely knows of it-- it is a longer race with a bigger prize pool than the Kentucky Derby. Another review states that she was suspended for "taking drugs", yes it was wrong but lets be clear, it was an appetite suppressant, not illegal outside sport.

Michelle Payne is real, she grew up as the youngest of 10 after her mother was tragically killed in a car wreck in 1986 when Payne was only 6 months old. Her dad was a trainer, she grew up with horses, her ambition always was to be a jockey.

I like Teresa Palmer, she is in the role as Michelle Payne and even looks a bit like her. This is a really well-made movie of a great story. It isn't just horse racing, it spends a good amount of time on family dynamics too.

My wife and I watched it on DVD from our public library.

Surprisingly enjoyable. I went with two female friends who, like me, are not big horse racing fans but we all gave this movie the thumbs up.

Rachel Griffiths makes her debut as a Director. The story is based on Michelle Payne who was the first woman jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. You would have to be living under a rock not to know who she is if you are Australian. It is a big deal to win the Melbourne Cup in OZ and for this reason alone the story is interesting to watch. Michelle Payne's story is inspirational and a tribute to her determination to be the top of her field. Stevie Payne played himself and he was given so many witty lines. There is a brilliant line when Michelle Payne asks Stevie if she is good enough to win before she mounts Prince of Penzance. Stevie replies "I don't know if you are, but he is. He's a champion." And the rest is history. Michelle Payne's story is one of remarkable determination.

From a filmmaking point of view there were a few minor issues such as skirting over the death of Michelle's sister Bridget in a riding accident, trying to go for charm over substance and at times obvious exposition. I think the story could have benefited from more fleshing out instead of just focusing on the known facts.

There were some problems with the choice of shots. I felt like some of the shots created a lack of atmosphere. The audience was often shown close shots when there could have been mid or wide shots. I would have liked to see more wide shots of the Australian landscape and experience more of what it was actually like for Michelle to participate in a male dominated sport or to actually ride a horse in the event. What we saw was quite limited. There is also the elephant in the room. The lack of exploration about the treatment of horses in the film. Even if it is too difficult to address the abuse of animals by the filmmakers I would have liked to have seen more about horses.

Anyway making a film is never easy and the team should be congratulated. Worth seeing.

I was cheering for her. Great and inspirational movie.

Thoroughly enjoyable film. Great storytelling. I know only know a little about horse racing but it is focused more on the human story. Good way to spend an hour and a half.

It's a surefire feelgood result for a story featuring sporting triumph over adversity, and movies have exploited the genre regularly throughout cinema history. In a horseracing context, I felt that 'National Velvet' and 'Champions' raised issues echoed in this production, which lacks suspense and tension as a result. What makes it special is the excellent acting from the always dependable Sam Neill, Teresa Palmer, very believable as the determined single minded and pugnacious Michelle, and Stevie Payne, producing a truly delightful performance as himself. Skilfully scripted and providing a cocktail of humour and pathos in right quantities, the overall experience added up to a very enjoyable hour and a half.

I didn't go into this thinking it would be that great, but wow it shocked me and based on such an amazing true story.

Michelle Paynes true story of winning the Melbourne Cup is inspiring one of ten children, losing her mother to a car crash at an early age, she also endured losing her sister to a nasty horse fall,!! She still did not let it put her off becoming a female jockey the eighth jockey in the Payne family and she even had to overcome a fall herself putting herself in an induced coma, fighting back against a male dominated sport and regaining fitness to qualify for the 2015 Melbourne Cup and not only compete in a race that stops a nation, a remarkable fete in itself but also go on to win it on a rank outsider called Prince of Penzance at odds of 100/1 and to become the first female jockey in its 155 year history.

I WANTED to like this film. I really did. I love horse racing and the story has a lot of merit to it. The production of this film failed miserably. Made for TV. Hallmark Channel goes to the races. It seemed that the director just wanted to get through the film as fast as possible. Seabiscuit it ain't! This film is best suited for children who like horseys. NUff' said. Back to the barn.

Ride Like a Girl is a 2019 Australian biographical sports drama film directed by Rachel Griffiths in her feature film directing debut 🐴

It's good 🙂 I'd recommend it if you like this genre 👍🏼

It's a bit lightweight and not evenly paced, but hey, it's the Melbourne Cup.

NEVER GIVE UP.

While I think the movie delivers on it's promise just fine, I couldn't help but think it was missing something throughout. The editing and direction is lacking for it to be a memorable piece. Specially considering the amount of claustrophobic shots to fill in the space. It does reach a high point an hour into the movie of storytelling, but knowing how it's going to end does take away from the ride. That is not to say the ending was bad! On the contrary, it ties it all nicely and gives a pleasant conclusion.

As a story, it is rather silent, and not very accommodating for anyone not-in-the-know of how these races and the context around them work.

Where is she? What is she supposed to be doing? Why isn't she "ready"? What is getting "pulled off"? I had many questions that make me believe this is for those wanting to celebrate Michelle's story, rather than those wanting to watch a movie.

The cast really works for it! Realizing Stevie played himself was a nice surprise. The lead, while a bit emotional and reckless at times, is smart. But it's hard to underwrite an achiever this way, and still fail while the viewer knows it's weight in reality.

As a whole, it is not very "colorful" and didn't take any risks.

Another great Australian film, Sam Neil was great in it as always, him along with Teresa Parker and Henry Nixon. They all did great in this incredibly uplifting and well acted out and directed movie based on a true story of the first female champion of the Melbourne Cup. Best aussie film of the year, go see it

Despite being from Melbourne and feeling I knew all about the Michelle Payne story, I was presented with a much deeper exploration of this amazing, young woman's life. The story ensures laughter, tears, joy and bewilderment. Great casting in Sam Neill as Michelle's father, Paddy Payne. Teresa Palmer as Michelle Payne, does not disappoint and Stevie Payne is perfectly cast as his infectious self. Many well known Australian faces in the supporting cast, which adds to the strength of this brilliant story. Beautiful cinematography and a musical score which takes you on an epic rollercoaster ride. I needed tissues even though I knew the outcome. This Australian gem shouldn't be missed. See it on the big screen if you can.

I must say I was a little disappointed but as Rachel Griffith's first go as director not a bad effort at all. It was hard to keep a dry eye as the all the emotional buttons were being pushed almost continually. Also great to enjoy a movie that has no sex, violence or expletives. Ride like a girl will go down as a Aussie Classic albeit out of the top ten.

Greetings from Lithuania.

The first 15 min or so of "Ride Like a Girl" (2019) were not very promising. I thought it was very cheesy and will be by a number movie about a sports i really didn't care at all. Yet despite that, this movie started grow on me little by little. Then somewhere in a middle i caught myself rooting for a main character as well as felt her when things didn't went that good. That is because i think of a very good performance by Teresa Palmer - i like this acctress in most what she usually does. Also it never hurts to have Sam Neil in one of the roles to say the least.

Overall, "Ride Like a Girl" tells a good and inspirational story and does it very well. A very fine, sincere and enjoyable movie overall.

This is a pretty typical underdog to champ story and it follows the tried and true format of many movies of its ilk that came before it.

You don't have to know the story to know how its going to unfold. There will be successes and setbacks and final glory.

The added element to this movie of course is the female empowerment angle that is so important to every politically correct movie of the 2000's. That part's a bore.

I can't tell you if the movie is true to the real story. It's likely not since they never are. It's true she was the first women to win the Melbourne Cup but who ever heard of this race?

The movie ends there and doesnt bother to tell you she was also suspended from racing for a time for taking drugs.

There you go.

This is a wonderful film, very well put together and it tells a great true story. It has a big cast of rich characters, well played by great global A list stars and they really shine. The story is full of heart and expresses it vividly and emphatically, well paced all the way through. It is full of lovely fine detail and thoughtful touches. The music is well matched, thematic and moving. The work, challenge, strife, upsets and character are finely drawn and utterly credible. This feels like a top, fully polished, Hollywood film. There's no hint of any corners being cut at any level of production but no narrative excess. It does not feel, at all, like a directorial debut: Hats off to Rachel Griffiths, this one I want a copy for my library and to loan out to friends. RECOMMENDED.

Enjoyable true story, well acted and beautiful photography.

Loosely based on a true story, It is a feel good horsey movie that sanitises out any drama or reality.

What a suprise this one was, as a huge supporter of Australian cinema this really rung home for me on how determined we are as Australian in the sports industry and as well just how spirited we are when we are put to the test. Sam Neil plays an excellent role and Michelle is an excellent character. The film rings with Australian spirit and is a feel good movie that anyone can enjoy