Monday, June 26, 2017

Speed Racer (2008)

Let's take a trip down memory lane shall we? Based on the 1960's Japanese anime of the same name, "Speed Racer", now gets a live action motion picture of its very own. This movie helmed by The Wachowski Brothers, makers of the "Matrix", comes a similarly assembled feature. In regards to the visuals and approach that is. 2008's "Speed Racer", is a fun and entertaining film, but it suffers heavily on color schemes and overblown CGI.

Aside from that, the film is actually quite interesting. The directors use flashbacks and fast motion camera feels to the film. Adding a unique spin on creating a film like this. I do have to say, the flashbacks and fast forwards get very annoying after awhile.

On the other hand, the acting is not perfect, but the story however gets the acting more in line with things going on.

Some of the most memorable pieces of this film was indeed its visuals. But also the action and score. The action is up there in the better parts to this. The score heard here is dramatic, upbeat, and fast paced. Soots the mood for the film overall.

On your marks. Set. Go! In no way shape or form is this movie spectacular. But, it does advance and reward audiences with great visuals and color. But this isn't enough to save the film from going into a tail spin.

Rate: C

Photo: Village Roadshow Pictures



















Malawski’s Movie Rating System

A+ = Exceptional, One of a Kind, Masterpiece. Definite award season contender
A= Pure enjoyment, happy feeling. Satisfaction
A- = One to remember. Unforgettable
B+ = Can get a little over the top. But, it makes out as a good film.
B= This film has the potential to be better. Lacks in consistency
B- = Watches occasionally
C+ = Guilty pleasure territory
C= Causes viewer frustration due to lack of depth in the story
D+ = I hated this movie. Some parts were good. Overall, the film was garbage
D= Very few to no good parts about this movie
D- = Minimal qualities of excellence
F= Don’t even bother watching it. It’s that bad.