Fast Company (1978)

Fast Company (1978)
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Amidst such formative shockers as Shivers, Rabid and The Brood, writer/director David Cronenberg dashed off this semi-documentary. Fast Company relates the life story of race car champion Lonnie Johnson. The ubiquitous William Smith, veteran of many a low-budget cycle flick, is quite convincing as Johnson. The film does not shirk in its depiction of the principal character's womanizing, which in itself is surprisingly endearing. Cronenberg also offers an indictment against corporate sponsors who tend to squeeze drivers like Johnson dry of all their salability. And, of course, we're offered plenty of breathtaking racing scenes, some of them real, others skillfully reenacted. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
William SmithJohn Saxon, (more)
Director(s):
David Cronenberg
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Synopsis of Fast Company

Amidst such formative shockers as Shivers, Rabid and The Brood, writer/director David Cronenberg dashed off this semi-documentary. Fast Company relates the life story of race car champion Lonnie Johnson. The ubiquitous William Smith, veteran of many a low-budget cycle flick, is quite convincing as Johnson. The film does not shirk in its depiction of the principal character's womanizing, which in itself is surprisingly endearing. Cronenberg also offers an indictment against corporate sponsors who tend to squeeze drivers like Johnson dry of all their salability. And, of course, we're offered plenty of breathtaking racing scenes, some of them real, others skillfully reenacted. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
93 mins

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Director(s):
David Cronenberg
Writer(s):
David CronenbergCourtney SmithPhil Savath
Producer(s):
Courtney SmithPeter O'BrianMichael Lebowitz
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Violence, Not For Children, Adult Situations, Adult Language, Nudity)
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    David S.

    Fast Company was what i was trying to rent. Instead BB sent Early Films of David Cronenberg - Stereo / Crimes of the Future. BB doesn't send movies & when they do it's wrong. Service is getting worse.

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