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Go Speed Racer Go
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Texas
A little on the long side - but it kept the kids entertained. Being an oldie that remembers the cartoon it was fun to see it come to life on the big screen. I would recommend this movie :)
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Speed Racer
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Delaware, OH
Liked the action scenes but I have to agree with other reviews that the movie was way too long. My daughter lost interest and was a bit confused as to the real identity of Racer X. The cartoon will always be my favorite regardless.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
excellent remake of a series
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from charlotte, nc
the critics were wrong this movie was great and not that violent. go and see it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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3 / 5
3 / 5
It's a comic book movie
PostedMay 12, 2008
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Speed Racer was a good (not great) movie. You must keep in mind that it's a "comic book" movie. Everything from the colors used to the corny lines are based on the old cartoon show. They tried to hold true to the original - which they did very well. However, if you are looking for a modern day Speed Racer, you will be disappointed,
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Speed Racer
PostedMay 12, 2008
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The kids enjoyed it, but the language was a bit explicit, and having a child "flip the bird" was shocking to all, never expected that in a PG movie.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
exciting and colorful
PostedMay 12, 2008
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This movie was a blast for me and my two sons. Kids will love this flick. I was exceptionally impressed with the amazingly vivid colors. Like a cartoon. Very artificial but perfect for this movie. The plot moved quickly and we had no trouble keeping up. For fans of the series I think this is great. We especially loved ChimChim.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Sucks as a movie too
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Saratoga, CA.
This movie was horrible. It should have never been made into a movie anyhow, the cartoon was bad enough. But even a star-studded cast couldn't save this heap.
Cool effects at times, but unfortunately most of the time looked more like a video game than a movie. Special effects quality needed to be higher.
Action sequences were supposed to be the highlight of this film, but they were not all that breathtaking, and most of the time it was hard to even follow what was going on. All the cars looked the same and nothing really grabbed you or stood out.
Script was bad and no characters were memorable. It was one of those movies where 1/2 an hour into it you are already waiting for it to be over. But it went on for 2 hours 15 minutes!! Thats about an hour and a half too long.
Overall, this movie really sucked. The end.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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2 / 5
2 / 5
Too long!
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from New Jersey
My 7 and 5 year old wanted to go see this movie so badly and were so happy to go. Once the movie started it seemed to never end, it was so long and boring. Not for little kids, or adults, the acting was less than impressive.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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3 / 5
3 / 5
more for the little speedsters
PostedMay 12, 2008
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The movie is enjoyable but corny. The dialog is the only really bad element to the movie and the scenes where the action stops to allow for 5 - 10 minutes of talking are the real low points in the movie. But the action and racing scenes are fun and well conceived. The younger viewers will probably enjoy this much more than the adult movie goer that is not already a fan of the original cartoon.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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2 / 5
2 / 5
Speed Racer
PostedMay 12, 2008
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I just took 5 and 7 year old boys who were really excited to see the movie. Usually they come out of a movie saying how great it was but this time they just said - yeah, it was OK. That to me was not a good review from them. It bored me and the acting was terrible. But it's not about me. Again - my boys were not impressed.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Speed Racer!
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Leavenworth, KS
I was pleasantly surprised... it was very surreal to me, but then I loved the cartoon as a kid.
Not bad at all, and it kept the kids in the audience occupied for 2 hours and 15 minutes...
Good story line, good acting choices.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
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PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Sugar Land, TX
My 8 year old loved it. He's been watching the Old and New Speed Racer Cartoon's. The Movie's timing was perfect.
A bit long with unreal special effects for this old baby boomer.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
Better than Expected
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Tampa
I came into the movie not really familiar with the cartoon and walked away impressed. I thought the story was very good and for being a 2hr plus movie it didn't feel like it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
High Tech Racing
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Chesterfield, VA
I loved the movie except for the few things of violence and bad hand gesture. The 3 of us (2 adults and 1 child) enjoyed it. I liked the high tech racing, and there was also a story. Loved the comic relief with the youngest boy and chimp. Too cute! There should be a sequel. Way to bring a cartoon to life!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
SPEED RACER
PostedMay 12, 2008
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"I enjoyed the movie and would recommend it to anyone who enjoy a little something different. I grew up in the era of Speed Racer and felt the movie itself kept the integrity of the cartoon. With the younger generation and/or children watching this movie, I felt disappointed that they threw in the "birdie" and some swear words. I just don't see the need to ruin a good comic movie with garbage." NL of Florida
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
A blast!
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Los Angeles, CA
We had a lot of fun with this film. I took my 8 and 5 year old and it was a really fun time. My kids are really fickle, so the fact that a 2:15 hour movie kept their attention was quite a testament to the appeal. Yes, it is a video game with extra long cutscenes, but that's right up our alley as we're big into video games.
Some of the race scenes were just a thrill to watch. Can't wait for the sequel!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
3 year olds LOVE SPEED TOO!
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Norwalk, CA
We took my 3 year old son to see SPEED RACER-He LOVED it. Never sits through a movie-UNTIL now. He thought the CHIM CHIM cookies were HILARIOUS! The loud sounds, bright colors, car stunts, and Chim Chim cookies kept him entertained! As a parent, We loved it too! The story is great, EDGE OF YOUR SEAT EXPERIENCE at times too. A GREAT MOVIE ALL AROUND- can't wait for the DVD. or SPEED RACER 2!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Go, Speed, Go
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Los Angeles, CA
What a great time! I am so dissapointed in the movie reviews as I found the movie fantastic for anyone 45 and under. If you grew up with Speed and the Racer family, you found yourself reliving childhood memories. I took my kids (twice now) and they LOVED it ... It's bright, it's wild, sit up high and enjoy the ride!
Other than one rude gesture, that wasn't necessary, the film was a "safe" place to take your kids without fear of bad words and inappropriate behavior.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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1 / 5
worst movie ever
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Saint Lucie West, Florida
I was very disappointed with this redention of the hit comic. It was poorly done and did not hold my interest. Actually began to fall asleep and then left half way through. Acting was bad as well as the script. I big waste of time and money! Wished we never spent out time and finances!
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Great special effects, hated the swearing
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from New York, NY
Amazing special effects. Non-stop action and fun! Sadly, the movie was tainted with the unneeded offensive language, which might offend those with smaller children. Would have given it five stars if not for that.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Action, Action, Action
PostedMay 12, 2008
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My family enjoyed this movie - our tween was a bit overwhelmed by the violent gun exchange and mild language and gestures. Brought back memories of the cartoon. Nice job bringing such an iconic cartoon to life. Very flashy flick!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
A FUN RIDE!!
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Houston, TX
I have loved Speed Racer since I was a child and I was so excited when I found out it would be a live action movie. The Wachowski's did not disappoint. They gave me another visually stunning movie that I can watch besides "The Matrix". The colors were great, the race scene's were intense, the plot has a universal message on all levels, the characters were true to the cartoon, and I had so much FUN!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
AWESOME!
PostedMay 12, 2008
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I am a huge fan of the series and thought the movie was the best possible version on the big screen. This is by far the most colorful movie I have even seen. Great effects, the racing scenes will leave you breathless. Definitely 5 stars!!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Nostalgic and Entertaining
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Woodbridge, VA
Being a Speed Racer fan for over 40 years, this movie, like all other movies based on cartoons, comics and anime characters, is entertaining and a good use of modern technology and the finest in animation. This was an interesting use of both really actors and animation. A bit too calidescopic for a balance impaired viewer. The match of actors to the original cartoon characters was good, dialog well written and humor by Sprittle and Chim-Chim were entertaining. For those who grew up with Speed Racer, a must see for entertainment. Not recommended for the serious-humorless viewer. Watch the movie for entertainment and come out smiling.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Very entertaining
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from SD, CA
I have never seen the original show. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. Loved the look of the show, the colors were awesome. Only reason I did not give it 5 out of 5 is some of the race scenes were done in such a way it was difficult to follow the action sometimes.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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3 / 5
Fast fun kids liked it
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Massachusetts
I have two kids ages 5 and 11. Both liked it. I remembered the Cartoon from the 60's .My daughter the younger said she didn't want to see it but the movie won her over. This movie is a thrill ride for the Play station set that thrive on ongoing action. It's not a deep Matrix piece at all. It's good mindless entertainment and lots of it. 2+ hours worth. Kids 5-11 will enjoy it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
AWESOME MUST SEE!!
PostedMay 12, 2008
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I really did enjoy this movie. I have always been a speed racer fan. This movie also went true to the series and explained more about racer x and went back to speed's younger years.. The special effects were awesome.. This movie is a must see.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Reimaging the original, not your nostalgic memorie
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Washington, DC
Speed Racer is an audacious attempt to re-imagine the rather primitive import of the mid -60's, notorious for the fact that the dialog was not translated, but rewritten to fit the scenes. The plot is simple, just like the original. The characters are faithfully rendered, even down to Pop's close-mouth grimace. The racing scenes are quite frenetic, perhaps the one major concession to modernity. Now, clocking in at over 2 hours with a pace in some scenes more suitable for a 2 minute film, SR may be taxing for some viewers, but with the right understanding, this can be on amazing ride!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Mario Cart ?
PostedMay 12, 2008
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This movie looks like Nintendo's Mario Cart, but instead of Mario you have Speed, Luigui is played by X...
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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3 / 5
poorly marketed
PostedMay 12, 2008
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from Delafield, WI
I took my 7 year old and a few friends to this movie for his birthday and was disappointed. It is being marketed as being the First Family Fun film of the summer, and is being marketed to young children in the stores. However, there is a lot of swearing, and a lot of violence for young children. I had to leave the theater with one of the kids crying because he couldn't take the violence anymore. Not any real gore, but a lot of fighting, gun fights, ninja's. The race scenes were a lot of fun to watch, and we enjoyed those, but the film itself was pretty dark and really not that much fun. Only the race scenes were fun. For adults, it is an ok movie, but for children under 10, questionable.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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