Speed Racer (2008) Reviews
- Starring:
- Emile Hirsch, Christina Ricci, (more)
- Director(s):
- Andy Wachowski, Larry Wachowski, (more
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG
- Category:
- Action / Adventure
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20 out of 28 people found this review helpful I was a huge fan of the anime series back in the day, and was on the edge of my seat throughout this movie. All of the elements are there. I do caution that if you are not a Speed Racer fan, this ... Read More I was a huge fan of the anime series back in the day, and was on the edge of my seat throughout this movie. All of the elements are there. I do caution that if you are not a Speed Racer fan, this movie is not for you, but if you are, then hold on tight and relive your childhood. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
16 out of 23 people found this review helpful The aspect of this movie that makes it worth seeing are the visualls! I highly recommend that you see this movie in IMAX or at a theater that has HD projectors. The wachowski brothers make use of every color ever seen by the naked eye and more. The movie will be especially good for anyone who has seen the speed racer TV series or anyone who wants to see a bright, colorful, heck of a movie.WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
11 out of 16 people found this review helpful we went to see this movie and loved it. it is a big must for fans of the anime series. the special effects were dont to perfection, and made you feel like you were there. I don't care what the ... Read More we went to see this movie and loved it. it is a big must for fans of the anime series. the special effects were dont to perfection, and made you feel like you were there. I don't care what the critics said, this movie was well worth the time and money. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
12 out of 18 people found this review helpful I went into this movie with low expectations, but I was pleasantly surprised. The kid and monkey were as corny and stupid as the original cartoon, but then again, that's a good thing. The Wachowski ... Read More I went into this movie with low expectations, but I was pleasantly surprised. The kid and monkey were as corny and stupid as the original cartoon, but then again, that's a good thing. The Wachowski bros. put a new twist into the movie while keeping true to it's classic nature. Besides the awesome look of the film, the story was updated for the views today. If you are to see this movie, go for the theater, or if you can, I-max. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
13 out of 21 people found this review helpful This film is a watershed film in that the cinematography is done in what is called High Dynamic Range imagery (or HDR imaging). The colors pop from the screen and are almost like an additional ... Read More This film is a watershed film in that the cinematography is done in what is called High Dynamic Range imagery (or HDR imaging). The colors pop from the screen and are almost like an additional character. It is STUNNING with the addition of the visual effects.
I was shocked to see this movie was so poorly rated. They took the characters right from the TV show, so they are all over the top, showy exaggerations. If you go in with that attitude then you wont be disappointed in this ground breaking visually stunning flick. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
11 out of 18 people found this review helpful I have not enjoyed a movie so much in a long time. Although some may need seizure medication from all the bright flashing lights I found myself immersed in a childhood (live action) cartoon fantasy. ... Read More I have not enjoyed a movie so much in a long time. Although some may need seizure medication from all the bright flashing lights I found myself immersed in a childhood (live action) cartoon fantasy. My 14yr old son and I saw both Iron Man and Speed Racer together and Speed Racer gets our vote hands down. The story and action held true to form and the live action and AIG merged flawlessly. At times I found myself audibly cheering for Speed as I sat in my seat. Go Speed Racer Go!! This one is a big screen must but should be well enjoyed on any home theatre. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
12 out of 20 people found this review helpful Yes this movie is very campy, but so was the series. The special effects and brilliant colors make for a true cartoon come to life feel. Emille Hirsch was effortless. His Speed was perfect, he played ... Read More Yes this movie is very campy, but so was the series. The special effects and brilliant colors make for a true cartoon come to life feel. Emille Hirsch was effortless. His Speed was perfect, he played it straight, which helps you buy into the whole scenario. The end was a little upsetting (I think it was setting up for a sequel), but still kudos for bringing a beloved classic back from the dead. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
7 out of 16 people found this review helpful The movie was cool but not a good plane to but just pay attention too the action it is also too inappropriate to be PG it had blood and the middle finger do not bring your five year old to this ... Read More The movie was cool but not a good plane to but just pay attention too the action it is also too inappropriate to be PG it had blood and the middle finger do not bring your five year old to this movie!!!!!!!! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
8 out of 19 people found this review helpful SPEED RACER IS THE BEST MOVIE IN THE WHOLE WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SPEED RACER MAKES IRON MAN LOOK LIKE A BIG WASTE OF MONEY!!!!!!!!!!! NOTHING COMPAIRS TO THIS INCREDIBLY AWESOME ... Read More SPEED RACER IS THE BEST MOVIE IN THE WHOLE WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SPEED RACER MAKES IRON MAN LOOK LIKE A BIG WASTE OF MONEY!!!!!!!!!!! NOTHING COMPAIRS TO THIS INCREDIBLY AWESOME MOVIE!!!!!!! NOTHING!!!!!!!!!!!! ANYBODY WHO DOESN'T LIKE SPEED RACER IS INSANE!!!!!!! I WAS COMPLETELY ENTERTAINED THE WHOLE TIME!!!! THIS MOVIE IS BRILLIANT!!!!!!! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
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