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sevans

03-21-2007, 05:00 PM

Emile Hirsch is in final negotiations to star in the Wachowski's SPEED RACER, which is set to begin filming later this summer.

Who the fuck is Emile Hirsch? and why would anyone make a film of Speed Racer - how the hell do you make a 90min or longer film from that cartoon?

kdmelrose

03-21-2007, 05:07 PM

Hirsch was in The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys, Lords of Dogtown, The Mudge Boy, Alpha Dog and several other movies. He's a good actor.

And I think it would be pretty simple to come up with a plot for a Speed Racer movie. It's racing with a high-tech car, intrigue ... and a chimpanzee. There's a good 90 minutes, easily.

Mike225

03-21-2007, 05:09 PM

There's been three Fast and Furious movies..

sevans

03-21-2007, 06:16 PM

There's been three Fast and Furious movies..

But there hasn't been 3 GOOD fast and furious movies!

Mike225

03-21-2007, 06:18 PM

That's a good point.

Nitecrawlah2

03-21-2007, 06:48 PM

The fact that the Wachowski's are involved with this has me somewhat more intrigued about this project. I doubt they'll be adapting the chimpanzee... at least I hope so...

Imboden

03-21-2007, 07:41 PM

There's been three Fast and Furious movies..

Don't insult chimps by comparing them to Vin Diesel!

Pacmanshead

03-22-2007, 12:51 AM

I never understood why Speed Racer was so big in the US.

Moonrider

03-22-2007, 03:02 AM

I never understood why Speed Racer was so big in the US.

Because chimps are always funny. Go ask Greg Evigan. :laugh:

On the side note, I loved BJ and The Bear.

ponyrl

03-22-2007, 03:27 AM

The fact that the Wachowski's are involved with this has me somewhat more intrigued about this project. I doubt they'll be adapting the chimpanzee... at least I hope so...
isn't there only one now and the other is doing......something?

Paul Sanderson

03-22-2007, 04:31 PM

Because chimps are always funny. Go ask Greg Evigan. :laugh:

On the side note, I loved BJ and The Bear.

I used to love that show as a kid too :laugh:

Mwynn

04-02-2007, 08:38 AM

John Goodman= Pops Racer
Susan Sarandon= Moms Racer

Mwynn

04-14-2007, 10:35 AM

Christina Ricci will be playing Trixie.

Imboden

04-14-2007, 11:39 AM

Christina Ricci will be playing Trixie.

Hmmmmm... Maybe.

If they'd have made this movie 15 years ago, John Stamos would have been the perfect Speed.

C. Wallace

04-14-2007, 11:59 AM

Hmmmmm... Maybe.

If they'd have made this movie 15 years ago, John Stamos would have been the perfect Speed.

Johnny Depp FTW ;)

deanne

04-14-2007, 12:34 PM

I can honestly say that I've never seen an episode of Speed Racer.
I know the theme music though. lol And I've seen that insurance commercial (Geico?) with them in it.

I'll have to rent this when it comes out, I think.

Mwynn

04-14-2007, 04:20 PM

Episode (http://youtube.com/watch?v=axvVIYl2aHQ)
Opening (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALzDcMDhf2o)

X opening (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFSI-pIfW-o)

Biofungus

04-14-2007, 04:24 PM

I'd like to go on the record with this prediction:

If this movie hits theatres and isn't a straight to Cable/TV/DVD deal, You know SOMEWHERE in the US a Christian advocate group is going to take issue with the "he's a demon on wheels" line in the opening song.

:)

Mwynn

04-19-2007, 07:54 AM

Matthew Fox is in final talks to play Racer X.

Ron Phillips

04-19-2007, 08:00 AM

Dr. Jack as Racer X? Goooo!

When NOW had the rights, I loved the Racer X series.

Moonrider

04-19-2007, 10:13 AM

Who'll play Chimp Chimp? I'm hoping Hugo Weaving will provide the voice.

Mwynn

11-14-2007, 09:04 AM

http://index.hu/cikkepek/0711//cinematrix//goodman_.jpg

Mike225

11-14-2007, 04:06 PM

..?

Mwynn

11-14-2007, 04:08 PM

Pops Racer and ??

Mike225

11-14-2007, 04:09 PM

Is that John Goodman?

Mwynn

11-14-2007, 04:11 PM

Sure is.

Mike225

11-14-2007, 04:13 PM

He's lost a bit of weight. He was huge the last time I saw him.

Nitecrawlah2

11-14-2007, 04:24 PM

He's lost a bit of weight. He was huge the last time I saw him.
Shut the fuck up Donny!

Doesn't look much smaller to me, but he's always been one of my faves. I still can't make heads or tails out of this movie though.

MatthewMonster

12-05-2007, 03:43 AM

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=6572

Et story...trailer is coming soon...I belive w/ The Golden Compass.

The-Spirit

12-05-2007, 03:58 AM

Too little to make a judgement. The cars look great.

Jason Powell

12-05-2007, 04:24 PM

Too little to make a judgement. The cars look great.

Somehow I am getting that SCOOBY-DOO feeling. What I mean is, it looks like they are going totally quire by making it have a goofy old cartoon look, yet trying to make it edgy by cursing (much like they did with SCOOBY-DOO).

-Jason

The-Spirit

12-05-2007, 04:38 PM

Jason Powell

12-05-2007, 06:39 PM

IMO if they do a movie like this they should make it just like the cartoon, otherwise why do it? Scooby Doo was like the cartoon in look but not tone and story and that's what ruined it for me, don't try to update it or put your own spin on it just make a true adaptation.

I kind of agree, but you can get out of the 60s-70s and update it a bit. I mean, making Scrappy the bad guy in SD ruined it for me, but I could live without the lame, cartoony cloths and acting. The tone should be the same but the "GAULLIE -WHILIKERS (SP?)" dialog is a bit corny. But then again, these are kid movies, why curse?

-Jason

Justice41

12-05-2007, 09:23 PM

Somehow I am getting that SCOOBY-DOO feeling. What I mean is, it looks like they are going totally quire by making it have a goofy old cartoon look, yet trying to make it edgy by cursing (much like they did with SCOOBY-DOO).

-Jason
What the hell is Quire? Is that a skillful way of saying Queer?

MatthewMonster

12-06-2007, 12:27 AM

trailer tomorrow on ET....but most likley on the internets before or soon after

MatthewMonster

12-06-2007, 02:45 AM

pictures...

Looks .... CRAZY !

http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2007-12-05-speed-racer_N.htm

Cat

12-06-2007, 11:05 AM

Kinda looks like Casshern (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk9fGI90qdM&feature=related) With all that GC only not as dark....Casshern meets Spy Kids..LOL

Moonrider

12-06-2007, 12:14 PM

Casshern was depressing. This looks more like The Flintstones.

Nitecrawlah2

12-06-2007, 01:13 PM

Looks like nothing I expected. Then again, it's Speed Racer, so I suppose they're going for some crazy over-the-top look/design. It could be really good, or really cheesy. We'll see.

The-Spirit

12-06-2007, 03:52 PM

I kind of agree, but you can get out of the 60s-70s and update it a bit. I mean, making Scrappy the bad guy in SD ruined it for me, but I could live without the lame, cartoony cloths and acting. The tone should be the same but the "GAULLIE -WHILIKERS (SP?)" dialog is a bit corny. But then again, these are kid movies, why curse?

-Jason
I don't mind them updating it a bit. I don't know why it couldn't be set in the 60's tho? The thing I don't like is adult themes and in jokes, I see no point in that, why do these movies say we're doing it for the kids and put in all these things that only adults will get. There are ways of doing it within the universe and still staying true to the concept. Bugs Bunny did all the time.

Jason Powell

12-06-2007, 04:24 PM

What the hell is Quire? Is that a skillful way of saying Queer?

Typo, sorry.

-Jason

KenKRK

12-06-2007, 04:24 PM

I don't mind them updating it a bit. I don't know why it couldn't be set in the 60's tho? The thing I don't like is adult themes and in jokes, I see no point in that, why do these movies say we're doing it for the kids and put in all these things that only adults will get. There are ways of doing it within the universe and still staying true to the concept. Bugs Bunny did all the time.

If only adults are gonna get them, what's the harm?

Jason Powell

12-06-2007, 04:35 PM

If only adults are gonna get them, what's the harm?

Well some things are inappropriate for children. I mean if you are targeting a younger audience then make the movie for them, not adults. That is the whole point in the rating system.

-Jason

Newt

12-06-2007, 04:36 PM

'Just for kids' movies are a rarity these days; even the big Disney, Pixar, and Dreamworks animated films have a lot of grown-up content. Besides, most current Speed Racer fans are the adults who were kids two or three decades ago, when the show was running on Saturday morning TV; do they even air the series anymore?

Jason Powell

12-06-2007, 06:30 PM

Besides, most current Speed Racer fans are the adults who were kids two or three decades ago, when the show was running on Saturday morning TV

Then why target kids?

I can't agrue the first point cause I totally agree, but that is a shame. But can anyone here (at least adults) say, from what you have seen so far, that you are dieing to see this? I am a fan of the old series/cartoons myself but that was a different time, now it just looks silly.

-Jason

Newt

12-06-2007, 06:35 PM

Jason Powell

12-06-2007, 06:43 PM

They target kids because kids drag their parents to see these movies, but the parents will only sit through it the second and third times the kids want to watch it if they got some enjoyment out of it themselves; it's a smart business move to split the target audience that way.

Actually, and I know morals are rare these days, but I would walk out and demand my money back if I took my kids to see a movie like this and they where cursing. I know it is hard to watch regular TV without cursing now-a-days but this is getting rediculous. I hate censorship in a lot of ways. I think as long as you are an adult you should be able to watch what you want (as long as it is legal) but it is a very different story when it comes to children.

-Jason

The-Spirit

12-06-2007, 06:59 PM

Actually, and I know morals are rare these days, but I would walk out and demand my money back if I took my kids to see a movie like this and they where cursing. I know it is hard to watch regular TV without cursing now-a-days but this is getting rediculous. I hate censorship in a lot of ways. I think as long as you are an adult you should be able to watch what you want (as long as it is legal) but it is a very different story when it comes to children.

-Jason
There are ways to make it fun for adults without crossing the line. The Shrek movies are an example of crossing that line, I can't let my kids watch it.

MatthewMonster

12-06-2007, 11:24 PM

trailer

http://movies.aol.com/movie/speed-racer-2008/28066/main

bassturd

12-06-2007, 11:29 PM

dunno why everyone is hating on it. Looks pretty good for an old cheesy cartoon. I like how it actually looks like a cartoon at times but fits into its own reality without looking like real people stuck onto some cartoon background.

artronin9

12-06-2007, 11:37 PM

I don't care who bitches about this, but I can't wait!

VOGLER/ART

12-07-2007, 12:15 AM

Wow, that looks really bad. :blink:

MatthewMonster

12-07-2007, 01:00 AM

wrong...it looks awesome.

The-Spirit

12-07-2007, 04:23 AM

I like the trailer, looks like they captured the right tone.

Mwynn

12-07-2007, 06:29 AM

Wow, that looks really bad. :blink:
The term fumble comes to mind for this movie.

kdmelrose

12-07-2007, 09:21 AM

I think it looks like loads of fun, and captures the tone and style of the original cartoon.

Moonrider

12-07-2007, 10:12 AM

As fun as this may seem, I have a feeling the plot is somewhat way too predictable. Speed wants to race, Pops disagree, Speed gain a rival, Speed run into some bad sponsors (probably some guy who wants to get a hold of his pops' Mach 5 design), Speed refuse his offer, Speed race for his life, Racer X saves his ass. True to the source material indeed.

Mike225

12-07-2007, 10:19 AM

It looks entertaining enough.

Imboden

12-07-2007, 12:50 PM

Not that anyone gives a rat's ass, but I thought the trailer looked pretty kick ass. Spridle and Chimm-Chimm in the trunk sealed the deal for me.

Lovecraft13

12-07-2007, 03:59 PM

That trailer was so insane, I wanna see the movie right now.

Toyandgadgetguy

12-07-2007, 05:40 PM

Just a wild and unbased prediction, but I think it's going to miss the bullseye. It'll have some cool stuff in it, but I think it's gonna fall a bit short. (gonna wait for it to come out on DVD)

Jason Powell

12-07-2007, 06:01 PM

I got to agree, that looked a bit better, but still very cheesy. It reminds allot of what they did with SUPER MARIO BROTHERS.

-Jason

Moonrider

12-07-2007, 09:50 PM

bassturd

12-07-2007, 10:43 PM

Super Mario Brothers is a classic. Why all the hatin yo!? :p

I need to go buy that movie. But it didn't feel like the videogame at all.

Jason Powell

12-08-2007, 04:50 PM

In what way? Super Mario does not even look remotely like its source material. In fact, instead of going for 'cheesy' Super Mario decided to do it grim and gritty-like which seem very out of place for a children's video game movie.

Really, two plumbers go to another dimension to save a princess. One wears a green plumber suit, the other red. Sounds very much the same. Sure they took liberties but I am sure Speed Racer will too (we just have not seen them yet). The style is very much the same (cartoony). SFX are going to be better, I am sure, but the point is still the same.

-Jason

kdmelrose

12-08-2007, 04:52 PM

Other than both being adaptations, I don't see the similarities.

Jason Powell

12-08-2007, 04:55 PM

Other than both being adaptations, I don't see the similarities.

I am just comparing the cartoony style and trying to make it cool, not the actual stories. I could compare it to SCOOBY-DOO, THE BRADY BUNCH MOVIE, ect...

-Jason

MARK A ROBINSON

12-09-2007, 04:13 PM

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=6572

Et story...trailer is coming soon...I belive w/ The Golden Compass.

Looks like Dick Tracey.

And Dick Tracey was crap.

When will they learn.

M.

Moonrider

12-09-2007, 08:49 PM

Really, two plumbers go to another dimension to save a princess. One wears a green plumber suit, the other red. Sounds very much the same. Sure they took liberties but I am sure Speed Racer will too (we just have not seen them yet). The style is very much the same (cartoony). SFX are going to be better, I am sure, but the point is still the same.

-Jason

I don't recall Super Mario being 'cartoony', which was the point of my previous post. We are talking about the one with John Leguizamo as Luigi, right? It was a low budget Muppet show with dark and dingy surroundings set in underground caves. That's cartoony?
I really don't get how the bright colored Speed Racer remind you of that particular movie instead of The Flintstones or 300 or Hitman or Josie & The Pussycats or whatever, which is why I asked. Heck, 300 was a lot more cartoony than Super Mario.

exilednight

12-31-2007, 09:16 AM

I just saw the preview for this movie. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCk9iY7Wcgg) I really wanted this to be a good movie, but this may be a bigger let down than Wanted.

Jon Dahl

01-11-2008, 10:52 AM

Here's a clearer version.
http://www.apple.com/trailers/wb/speedracer/trailer1a/

Looks quite cartoony. :laugh:

Moonrider

01-11-2008, 11:00 AM

I think everything in this movie look great, except for Emile Hirsch. I really don't think he's the perfect choice for Speed.

Cat

03-10-2008, 07:34 PM

Two new International Trailers

one (http://www.iklipz.com/MovieDetail.aspx?MovieID=23e5a58c-9f33-4618-9d93-b76679cb5a6f)

Two (http://www.iklipz.com/MovieDetail.aspx?MovieID=8cc962c0-468a-4b2d-a8ce-d395f1b7f0f9)

Taste the rainbow!!!

Lord Fejj

03-10-2008, 07:41 PM

Sweet! They even had the sound effect when he jumped. This cartoon was a major part of my childhood, I hope it doesn't suck!

Cat

03-13-2008, 11:21 AM

Another trailer

http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/speedracer.html?showVideo=1

Nu Jin

03-22-2008, 05:19 PM

Saw the trailer of this movie..........

:w00t: :w00t:

I thought this movie was going to suck.

Inspiration just hit me when I saw this.........

2008 is a great year for games and movies.

I mean.........

Just............................. :w00t: :w00t:

Nitecrawlah2

04-06-2008, 10:23 AM

They were playing the hell out of the new commercial during the Final Four games last night. Wow! It looks so friggin' good! :banana: :carrot: :banana: :carrot: :banana:

Can has some1 post link? No access at workskies.

Calloway

04-13-2008, 10:09 PM

WOOO! Just saw the commercial and all I can say is GO GADGET GO!

Talk about coming out of the gate looking nothing like the source and utter crap.

kdmelrose

04-13-2008, 10:19 PM

It's based on a four-decade-old cartoon; I don't think I'd want the live-action movie to look like the source material.

But the trailers make it look as if the movie has captured the energy and excitement of the original. It looks like a lot of fun.

Lovecraft13

04-13-2008, 10:22 PM

Talk about coming out of the gate looking nothing like the source and utter crap.

I was sold the minute I saw speed lines.

Moonrider

04-14-2008, 01:35 AM

Talk about coming out of the gate looking nothing like the source and utter crap.

You mean they should all talk with weird, fast talking english and unsynchronized lips movement?

Calloway

04-14-2008, 01:55 AM

You mean they should all talk with weird, fast talking english and unsynchronized lips movement?

or at least look less like inspector gadget. As far as the time period...disco color lights in the sky doesn't tell me they got rid of the dated source altogether or the 60s sports car designs. The acting in the commercials I saw was pretty bad.

Biofungus

04-14-2008, 02:07 AM

Acting? Hahaha!thathasnothingtodowiththismovie! Ha ha!

Calloway

04-14-2008, 10:31 AM

Like I said..go gadget go...I smell a bomb. Mark my words.

Moonrider

04-14-2008, 12:49 PM

Speed Racer have nothing in common with Inspector Gadget, and even the closest similarity is derived from a concept that precede the latter by twenty years.

Mwynn

04-14-2008, 12:52 PM

http://speedracerthemovie.warnerbros.com/
New Trailer on the official site.

Calloway

04-14-2008, 10:11 PM

Speed Racer have nothing in common with Inspector Gadget, and even the closest similarity is derived from a concept that precede the latter by twenty years.

The film style is very similar based on the trailers I saw.

kdmelrose

04-14-2008, 10:29 PM

It doesn't look anything like Inspector Gadget.

Calloway

04-14-2008, 10:35 PM

If you say so. You guys love the look of it I don't. The same style cgi, the same cut and paste acting. Of course I suppose if it's a kids movie then it's par for the course.