Brief Summary: A convict just released from jail for street racing, is framed by his ex-partner for the death of one of his own. While in a pinch, he offers Tobey to build a very rare Shelby Mustang to help his struggling custom car business. Tobey would accept it but with revenge on the mind, he'd learn about Dino's secret race. After the Mustang is sold to a Britian company, he begs the new owner if he could drive it in the race. Oddly enough, he will allow him to take the keys but it comes with his associate, Julia who travels with Tobey on an action pack adventure to California.
The Cast:
-Aaron Paul (Tobey Marshall)
-Dominic Cooper (Dino Brewer)
-Imogen Poots (Julia Maddon)
-Scott Mescudi (Benny)
-Rami Malek (Finn)
-Ramone Rodriguez (Joe Peck)
-Harrison Gilbertson (Little Pete)
Better than Fast and the Furious?
When EA first introduced the video games, all racers alike were instantly hooked. I myself am even a player of them and they are amazingly fun! But no fan was expecting this-- a movie based on them. When they first announced the release of a Need for Speed movie, most fans didn't seem to care for it. But once Aaron Paul (better known from Breaking Bad) was to lead, most people were becoming sold on the idea. Amazingly enough, the movie did great when it was released in theaters. The fans were talking about the thrills and most of all-- the cars. Most went to Facebook and commented "This is way better than Fast and the Furious". But was it really? You'll have to see it for yourself to find out-- so which side are you on?
My Review:
I will have to be honest with you, this movie has everything-- cars, action, police chases-- it was a thrill ride. Me being a avid fan of the Need for Speed games, I was expecting much less from it but it indeed showed it had potential. And of course, Mustangs are my favorite sports car so there is always that too being that it was shown as the lead. I love the whole revenge vibe and how it impacted Tobey's thoughts and actions like a race horse. It wasn't all about getting wins and becoming the fastest, it was all about become a great impact. And I loved how it revolved around Tobey and Julia, seeing the connection right away and how it was forfilled later on. It was a racer fan's paradise and I would see it again if I could.
I rate this movie 4 stars out of 5
Spotlights:
-Pete's Death
Although a terrible tragedy, it brought out the worst in Tobey, moving the story along. But a pretty good scene that made CGI the star with the incredible flames and explosion. But hey, at least it didn't actual happen right? Let's just hope this don't happen to anyone in real life. But who seriously doesn't like fire?
-Fly like the Wind, Horsey!
Ok this scene had to be one of the best of the best. For one, it is through a bustling town and two, it is in high pursuit. Now everyone can say they saw a horse fly! This scene all happened because Tobey got the attention of the local authorities which just made this scene even better. If you've played the games, you know hot pursuits can be pretty damn fun so I'm sure this thrill was just as awesome as it looked.
-Race Me Up the Canyon
Not only was this scene filmed in a canyon, it was a magnificent race. They went from a side road to the lip of the canyon and it was an intense edge-of-your-seat moment. Not only was the view great but how this Shelby got across the canyon will amaze you. Benny being in the helicopter flying by, he literally gave Julia and Tobey a lift above the canyon. What a view!
-The End of the Line
May not be the complete end of the movie but it stood out quite a bit. During the big race in California, Tobey's revenge was on his mind the whole way and he'd get up to Dino with full intentions of ending it. But after echoing the exact same move he did on Pete and in the same car, he chose to rescue him. This moment was great because it proved that we all have a choice and Tobey had made the right one. Even after everything, he'd return back to jail for a few months but with a confidence he never had before. Gotta love moral on what has happened in our lives. So this is yet another classic good guy victory in the world of movies.
Fun Facts:
Cars that = $
Nearly half the cars used in this production are some of the world's fastest and come with the biggest price tags. The Konigsegg Agera for example is a 4.6 million dollar car that is illegal to drive in the United States without special permit. Other cars featured include the current world's fastest car holder, the Bugatti Veyron with a whopping speed record of 268 mph!
(Source: IMDb & Screenrant)
Wanna see a Drive-In movie?
Believe it or not but the Drive-In movie theatre used in the movie is a real operating Drive-In in Blue Ridge, Georgia.
(Source: IMDb)
Aaron the villain?
Aaron was originally chosen to be the villain. But Steven Spielberg binge watched Breaking Bad and decided with the director that Aaron Paul should not play the villain but the lead instead. Aaron Paul told this to Jimmy Kimmel during his interview.
(Source: IMDb)
Video Game Franchise
This movie was based on a very popular video game fanchise called Need for Speed. Each game was uniquely different with its own cars and customization-- you simply race, own the competition and customize all your vehicles to your liking. The franchise is now on its 22nd game release of Need for Speed Rivals.
Ok guys, I hope you liked this one just as much as my last. Feel free to see it for yourself. Happy Easter everyone!
Watch the Need for Speed trailer here
Happy Hunting.
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