I've just come back from seeing Speed Racer and this is my review.
Back last year when i hear the bullet time bros. were doing a new movie based on the old TV cartoon Speed racer it didn't exactly capture me.
But when the trailer came out it got me.
So this is it.
Obviously the bros. have taken a lot from the source material and used it well considering their fans. I haven't watched the TV show but i can tell they poured their heart into this project.
When the film opens up it cuts between Speeds background and an exciting race. This is great because it shows the great background of the characters gradually and letting some action in as well.
Some great cinematography using some great green screen which adds to the anime style letting it stay true to the TV show. But at times i did find myself gawping at the screen like an idiot going "oooooh pretty colours!" but there are some great comedic moments.
the action sequences are intense and well done.
there are LOTS of strobe lights so be aware.
so all in all a good popcorn flick and definitely worth seeing.
Back last year when i hear the bullet time bros. were doing a new movie based on the old TV cartoon Speed racer it didn't exactly capture me.
But when the trailer came out it got me.
So this is it.
Obviously the bros. have taken a lot from the source material and used it well considering their fans. I haven't watched the TV show but i can tell they poured their heart into this project.
When the film opens up it cuts between Speeds background and an exciting race. This is great because it shows the great background of the characters gradually and letting some action in as well.
Some great cinematography using some great green screen which adds to the anime style letting it stay true to the TV show. But at times i did find myself gawping at the screen like an idiot going "oooooh pretty colours!" but there are some great comedic moments.
the action sequences are intense and well done.
there are LOTS of strobe lights so be aware.
so all in all a good popcorn flick and definitely worth seeing.