Days of Thunder (1990)
Days of Thunder (1990) is a sports drama film directed by Tony Scott and stars Tom Cruise as Cole Trickle, a talented but inexperienced race car driver. The film follows Cole’s journey as he enters the high-stakes world of NASCAR racing.
After impressing a veteran team owner, Harry Hogge (Robert Duvall), with his raw talent, Cole joins Hogge’s racing team and begins his quest to become a top driver. The film explores Cole’s rise through the racing ranks, his intense rivalry with fellow driver Rowdy Burns (Michael Rooker), and his romantic relationship with Dr. Claire Lewicki (Nicole Kidman), a physician who tends to his injuries.
Days of Thunder is known for its high-octane racing scenes and its depiction of the competitive and dangerous nature of professional stock car racing. The film features thrilling action sequences and practical effects to capture the excitement of NASCAR racing. 
While it received mixed reviews from critics, with some finding the plot formulaic, it was praised for its dynamic racing sequences, performances, and its ability to capture the adrenaline and drama of the sport. 
