this be one of the best film that take place during that key period just after the conclusion of world war 2. it be a period of unbridled optimism about the future of the united state and a time where almost anything seem possible . the film tell the true story about preston tucker ( play by jeff bridge ) and his attempt to create the perfect car for the future and the tucker . this car would have everything in it from a rear engine to fuel injection . however and a he get start build the car and he realize that his goal may have be an unrealistic dream a the big three automaker use their power and political influence to try and block him from create something that would compete with them . the tucker character be one you cant help but cheer for a he never give up on his dream . the 1940 feeling of the film be perfectly capture by a zippy score by joe jackson and joan allen perfectly play tucker supportive wife who stand by him every step of the way . this be a terrific film about a man who never give up .