Initial D (2005)

Initial D (2005)
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Infernal Affairs powerhouse Andy Lau and Alan Mak bring the most popular manga in Japan screaming to life in this in this live-action look at the high-speed sport of "drifting" that shot straight to the top of the Hong Kong box office. Eighteen-year-old Takumi (Jay Chou) is never late for a tofu delivery, and though he speeds the tofu to its destinations with the velocity of a landlocked stealth plane, his true aspiration in life is to follow in the footsteps of his formerly fast-driving father (Anthony Wong) -- an ex-adrenaline junkie who eventually gave up the race track for the restaurant business. In his five years delivering meals from his father's restaurant Takumi has learned the streets of his hometown like the back of his hand, and he can take every corner with the needle planted firmly on the right. The trick to Takumi's amazing driving skills is a technique known as "drifting," and in a world where high-risk racing has spilled out of the tracks and onto the streets, this daring driver is about to become a legend. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Jay Chou
Director(s):
Andrew LauAlan Mak, (more)
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Synopsis of Initial D

Infernal Affairs powerhouse Andy Lau and Alan Mak bring the most popular manga in Japan screaming to life in this in this live-action look at the high-speed sport of "drifting" that shot straight to the top of the Hong Kong box office. Eighteen-year-old Takumi (Jay Chou) is never late for a tofu delivery, and though he speeds the tofu to its destinations with the velocity of a landlocked stealth plane, his true aspiration in life is to follow in the footsteps of his formerly fast-driving father (Anthony Wong) -- an ex-adrenaline junkie who eventually gave up the race track for the restaurant business. In his five years delivering meals from his father's restaurant Takumi has learned the streets of his hometown like the back of his hand, and he can take every corner with the needle planted firmly on the right. The trick to Takumi's amazing driving skills is a technique known as "drifting," and in a world where high-risk racing has spilled out of the tracks and onto the streets, this daring driver is about to become a legend. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
109 mins

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Director(s):
Andrew LauAlan Mak
Writer(s):
Felix Chong
Producer(s):
Yang YingJohn ChongAndrew Lau
Categories:
Action / Adventure
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    PAUL S.

    Initial D is based on a comic that originated in Japan. The genre of street racing is a main stay for adolescent men. As such, this film will appeal more to men than to women. With that said, Mak & Lau did a good job of bringing action and some character development to this film. With an All-Star Hong Kong cast, Initial D is firing on all cylinders. Good action and drama. Worth renting.

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    Antonio P.

    I had my doubts about this, but it was actually good. Good story and even some very funny parts. The car drifting action is very realistic, hardly any digital effects. Although not rated (NR), it's safe for the whole family.

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    Erik B.

    This entertaining street racing film was actually shot in Japan. The car races (all of which take place at night) are very well done, the final three-way showdown being the best. In addition, all of the characters were likable, Anthony Wong and Jay Chou being examples. It was also nice to see Edison Chen as a formidable, respectable character.

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