Cars 3 (2017), G, 1 h 42 min



Cars 3

Runtime minutes: 102 minutes
Age rating: G
Studio: Pixar Animation Studios

Franchise: Cars
Franchise Position: 3

Tagline: It’s not about how you start. It’s about how you finish.



Ratings
My rating: 6
Dove Foundation rating: Approved for All Ages
IMDb rating: 6.7/10 
Rotten Tomatoes rating: 69% 
Metacritic rating: 59 

Plot Summary
Cars 3 returns focus to Lightning McQueen’s racing career as he faces a new generation of high-tech racers. After a serious crash, McQueen works to make a comeback with the help of a young trainer, Cruz Ramirez. The film explores themes of perseverance, mentorship, and embracing change while staying true to oneself.

Critics Review
Critics praised Cars 3 for its emotional story and return to racing roots. The animation quality and character development were highlights. Some felt it didn’t reach the emotional depth of other Pixar films but welcomed the film’s heart and maturity.

Christian Perspective
The movie teaches perseverance, humility, and mentoring others, reflecting Christian values of endurance, servant leadership, and growth. It encourages courage through adversity and trusting God’s timing.

Family Friendliness
Rated G, Cars 3 is family-friendly and offers positive messages suitable for children and adults alike. It contains mild racing action but no inappropriate content.

Notable Scenes
Lightning McQueen’s crash and recovery

Training sequences with Cruz Ramirez

The final race and passing the torch

Emotional moments of friendship and respect

Notable Quotes
Lightning McQueen: “It’s not about how you start, it’s about how you finish.”

Cruz Ramirez: “I’m not just a coach, I’m a racer.”

Trivia
The film honors the late Paul Newman by referencing Doc Hudson.

Real NASCAR drivers were consulted for authenticity.

The voice of Cruz Ramirez is performed by Cristela Alonzo.

The film incorporates modern racing technology details.

Goofs / Continuity Errors
Some scenes show minor changes in Lightning’s paint and decals.

Occasional mismatches in crowd animations during races.

Notable Songs
“Run That Race” by Dan Auerbach

“Ride” by ZZ Ward

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