Synopsis
BET ON IT! HORSE RACING 3D is a lively film for old and new fans of horse racing. The film follows a punter from the moment when she purchases a betting slip until her winnings are paid out. After a brief historical introduction to the development of the Munich racecourse over more than 125 years the documentary shows the jockeys training. In slow motion sequences we learn how professional racing jockeys keep their balance at 60 kph. Wolfgang Figge, Germany’s most successful trainer of racehorses, explains why his thoroughbred horses are so successful. The 3D camera looks over the shoulder of a judge as he assesses a close finish and studies the photo of the finishing line. The speed-change method is used to show the horses as they cross the finishing line in rapid succession. During a circuit of the racetrack we see horses training in the horse walker and how they are presented to the public in the parade ring and during the preliminary canter on the racecourse. The weighting of the jockeys before and after each race is also documented. 3D animations show how betting works and how the winning odds are calculated. A historic review of the totalisator betting system provides an overview of the development of horse racing bets from 1865 until the present day. The highlight of the film is an exciting racing sequence.
Working title:
GALLOP PASSION RIEM 3D is a three-dimensional film for old and new fans of horse racing. The film follows a punter from the moment when she purchases a betting slip until her winnings are paid out. After a brief introduction to the history of the Munich racecourse the documentary shows the jockeys training. In slow motion sequences we learn how professional racing jockeys keep their balance at 60kph. Wolfgang Figge, Germany’s most successful trainer of racehorses, explains why his thoroughbred horses are so successful. The 3D camera looks over the shoulder of a judge as he assesses a close finish. Further sequences cover the horse walker, parade ring, preliminary canter, and weighing the jockeys. 3D animations show how betting works and how the winning odds are calculated. The highlight of the film is an exciting racing sequence.
