Redline Review
Well I finally got a chance to see the movie this weekend and I must say, going in there without any expectations was probably the best thing that can be done. I had read all the reviews of everyone stating that the movie was not that great so going to the theatre, I already had this in mind, but I must say the movie was still pretty good. Yes, many say there was no plot but there was, it just was not a very clear or highly desirable one. The movie is about people with gambling additions that race with HIGH priced wagers. First race was for $1,000,000 and then the stakes just continued to increase all the way up to the final race worth $100,000,000! Yes, this is crazy money and highly unlikely but it did make the movie entertaining.
There were a few areas where the movie lacked, like in the camera angels. Many of them were pretty creative but there was a lot of blurry areas when the zoomed in on shots. Not sure if this was done on purpose but it did hurt the movie a bit. Another area was the actors but this was expected although Eddie Griffen did play a good part. He was entertaining and helped the movie quite a bit. Even though all this happened, the cars really made up for anything lacking. I mean, where else can you see Ferrari Enzos (yes multiple), Carrera GTs, Mercedes SLRs, a Koenigsegg CC (HOT), and several other Ferraris and Lamborghinis all in one movie?!?
Overall I would have to say that I recommend this movie to any huge car fans just keep in mind, this movie is not about a plot, it is about seeing some crazy stunt driving in million dollar cars. The only thing that I do not understand is how they have not made more money? This film had one of the lowest budgets for a movie of it's type ($26M) and the movie only raked in $4M on opening weekend. I think it has to do with the lack of advertising on TV but that is just me. I mean, how can Aqua Teen Hunger Force The Movie, make the same amount??!!??!? Although this happened, I do not any doubt that they will at least break even between International Releases and DVD Sales and I really hope it does because the producer deserves it. He made a car movie that no one has ever attempted before and I do not think he should loose money for that! I greatly appreciate the risk he took. So all that is left to say is GO SEE IT!!!!
