This movie seriously has some of the very best transitions I've ever seen in movies, and I'm considered a movie buff by most. They are clean and keeps your conscious in the scene, which is hard to do. The fight scene is incredible, it's has no cuts and like 20 transitions between each squabble going on. Cinematography is incredible. I don't understand why this movie is hated. Best anime adaption created.
One of my brother's friends had a chance to speak with one of the directors and they talked about Speed Racer a bit. They made a deliberate effort to avoid simple cuts and make transitions more creatively and dynamically. I think that adds a lot to the flavor of this movie.
If this same movie was made today with the cgi and practical effects we have today it would be even better. The music in this movie is fantastic and the transitions are incredible. I love the hell out of this movie and no one will ever understand me lol
Completely agree, I think today's audiences who loved stuff like Ragnarok would go crazy for this kind of movie. I think it's one of those cases where a movie was ahead of its time :)
Yep. I'm absolutely unable to watch this movie without having a big goofy grin on my face. Even watching the short clips in your video makes me grin. Also, John Goodman suplexes a ninja. What else can you want?
This movie has been one of my favorites since it came out. The only this that tarnished it was that my stepdad had passed away on the day I first went to see it. But, besides that... amazing movie. I wished it was re-released in 3D
308328928 dude it’s scored by Michael Giacchino. He scored Ratatouille, The Incredibles, Rogue One (a Star Wars movie) and a bunch more. The guy knows his shit.
I remember having the Hot wheel style car toys that McDonald’s/BurgerKing would have in their toy packs, I could watch this music so much Times over and over I love it
I would love to meet whoever composed this soundtrack, because the whole thing is practically perfect. It cannot be a coincidence that almost always the best films, movies and video-games also have the best soundtracks.
I just noticed that there's not a single character in Speed Racer's family that doesn't get their big moment with Speed. It really shows how important they all are to him, and the way the wachowskis pulled it off is impeccable.
This is on the pile of films that I really remember enjoying as a kid, but assumed it was bad based on the reviews that I read afterwards. I gotta rewatch it now
I can rave about Speed Racer all day, but I gotta call attention to the editing brilliance at 8:57. I love how he used the overlay to mimick the viewer's experience watching the film, because that specific point was about the viewer's experience in relation to the film and not the film itself. Love it!
It is a masterpiece I wish I could've seen it when I was a kid my mind would've exploded. The driving reminds me of the cruisin' exotica arcade games where you sit in the car
Imagine if this movie had a game in 2019. The graphics and the gameplay would be fire. The original game was made in 2009 on the Wii and PS2. Still hella fun though.
Had it on the ps2, and god that soundtrack! It's one of the ps2 games I always go back to, and that's saying a lot considering the gems that console dished out.
I didn't realize until last year that this was a Wachowski twins film and a lot of the styling and pacing makes sense. Forever one of my favorite movies. As others have said, this movie was made with soul...and that's what makes it work so well. The ending race scene is still one of my top emotional moments in all of film making. And the soundtrack is so ridiculously underrated and plays to all the emotions and actions occurring.
You know I always loved this movie but I could never put a finger on why exactly I liked it do much, sure the action is good ( in a cartoony way ) but as a kid it just stuck with me for some reason, after watching your video I think I get it, thx for the upload, gonna go try to find this on DVD or something now lol
Fucking amazing review man. I loved the parenting scenes as well. Especially how it even resolves the part where she says "It's like I'm watching someone make art" and at the Grand Prix there's a scene where you see Speed Slide the Mach 6 across the track and it swirls like paint. This movie's gotta be brought back to the limelight.
Flick Fanatics It most certainly is a spectacular standalone piece. Also, with all the years passed, it’d be impossible to make a sequel, the younger cast has grown up. If they were to do a ‘reboot,’ with the same style, color, music, feel, etc. and a different storyline, I’d love it. That’s the problem with reboots however, they do a different(ish) storyline, but also a different feel, which is why most reboots fall flat sadly :(
Solomon Schwartz I think I reboot would be a great opportunity for a more similar feel to the show. Not that the movie is too different, but there’s room for more similarity.
Dude! As someone who had the great fortune of having this movie in my childhood, and with both the commentary and way you had the soundtrack backing your video, this reaction video brought me to tears. You had my childhood nostalgic feelings swelling right alongside with the music! Also, so glad to see someone else appreciating this criminally underrated masterpiece of a movie and to know that I'm not the only one who remembers and loves this movie! Like other great works of art, this movie is a part of my soul. Thank you for your insights into this movie and reconnecting me with something that brought me great joy.
I’m in my 30s and this movie is still one of my favorite feel good family films ever. It’s creative and original not to mention very entertaining! Blu ray watchers beware of bright colors that blast off in your face at every turn
It is actually my favorite movie lol. So underrated man, but that ain't gonna stop me from loving this freakin' movie. There's everything in this movie thank you for existing Speed Racer (2008).
I do think it's bloated, but the choreography, creativity and visual style of the races (and the camera's interaction in these scenes) is incredible, and as mentioned the narrative "moments" hit their mark so well. Speed racer is an absolute gem and I'm so glad I saw it in theaters at release
It's great to see more and more videos highlighting this masterpiece of a movie, but I just have to say, your editing is absolutely phenomenal. You timed and cut your video with the scenes and soundtrack from the movie perfectly.
The year the Wachowski's were early. This movie finally gets the recognition it deserves. This will always be my favorite movie of all time since the tender age of 7.
When I first saw the trailer, I was really put off by the art style, so I waited till it came out on DVD to watch it. BIG mistake; while it looked like it was going to be a silly racing movie, it's got a lot of heart, and you can tell just by the first sequence. By the end of those first 15-20 minutes, you're really invested in their story and perfectly understand what that race means to them. I absolutely LOVE that first sequence, it always gets me teary-eyed. It's honestly way better than it had any right to be, and it's up there among my Top 3 favorite movies of all time.
2020 just watched it again at still has breathtaking quality and animation. Literally still get goosebumps every time i watch it. The movie is very creative with the way they set up the storyline and everything that follows because i was still in disbelief that i knew a lot of the movie in just a few minutes and still had alot more to go which made it even more better.
Watched it again today after about 10 years. I love the boldness of its aesthetics and heart. It’s one of the most uplifting films ever made in my opinion. Great review
I love Speed Racer. It is a classic hero's journey tale, and we see Speed go from childhood dreamer to the tough choices of adulthood, and making the dream a reality. Sure it's a bit trippy and weird - but it is meant to essentially be a live action cartoon. Giacchino's score soars, particularly in the final race. I feel that what may have hurt the film a bit was the first big montage of Speed's first big race, juxtaposed with the tragedy of Rex Racer was a bit too much of an exposition dump and may have confused audiences. However, the film is also a parable about the nature of sport and the corrupting influence of money. - Roger Allam's "this is the true heart of racing" is simply brilliant. All in all a good fun movie - with some deeper themes.
So amazed to find someone else this movie has had an effect on. I’ve always felt this movie was special to me but I’ve never been able to put into words but you have so thank you very much. Continue making films and doing what you love ❤️
I absolutely agree with you. In my opinion, this movie is absolutely way ahead of it's time. In 2008, the word "Realism" was more important than what's make the movie fun and the cheesy, unrealistic and over-the-top movies (such as this Speed Racer movie) were mostly unfavorable among the audiences and critics at the time. (that's why The Dark Knight was able to make billion dollars but this Speed Racer movie was bombed at the box office) I watch this movie in theater back in 2008 when it came out and until this day it's still one of my all time favorite movies. (I can even say that this is my favorite movie of 2008) This movie is The Wachowskis most underrated work which has Michael Giacchino most underrated score. Also, the editing of this movie is fantastic and the fight scene in this movie (the ninja fight scene) is very well edited which opposite to the way that other action movies in 2008 were edited. (such as Quantum Of Solace and first Taken movie, both movies are infamously known for the use of shaky cam and quick cut)
As a kid i played a lot with hotwheels and loved cars so when i watched the movie it was like what i was imagining when playing with my toy cars and it was amazing
There is nothing that this movie does that isn’t inspiring and jaw droppingly gorgeous, and especially as a lover and consumer of racing media or EVERY FORM this just fills me with so much hope
I agree, I must have seen Speed Racer, more than 8 times (since its release). Its cartoony and corny but its about family and has a energy that builds into a big finish.
There's something about the ending that really gets you moving. Starting from the point when Racer-X says "Dont panic, just listen speed just listen to her" from then Speed's back in the race, followed by Spritles' "He's gonna do it!" and the back-logs of the core memories of Speed with Pops and his Mom, and even Racer-X, the whole sequence really immerses you in the moment. This movie will be a childhood core memory of mine.
Your video had me up out of my seats cheering and holding as much as that final race from the movie! Everything was so perfectly put. You summed up all the positives perfectly AND you just gained yourself a subscriber!
This is SUCH a great movie, totally underrated. The visuals, the acting as well. Even smaller details like kid who plays Spritle really bring up the comedy factor
"I WILL FIGHT YOU" made me cry because I feel the EXACT same thing about the Speed Racer finale, haha. Thank you for this excellent analysis video and beautiful philosophical reflection on art, movies and life passion. You have great taste in film! LOL
This is such an awesome video essay on Speed Racer 🏎💨🏁 and what makes it a true masterpiece! I could count on one hand 🖐, the number of things (music, movies, TV shows, visual phenomena, etc.) that's given me goosebumps and have MULTIPLE fingers left over and this film was one of them! Every single shot in that film perfectly captured the exhilaration of the TV 📺 show. The film's visuals delivered as much of story as the dialog. I was enamored by the original anime series when it aired in the early 1970s. There was no Speed Racer merchandise in stores back then so my dad bought me a white toy car and painted it to resemble the Mach 5! My childhood was full of wonder & amazement partially BECAUSE of shows like Speed Racer (and Star Blazers)! 😁♥️🌹
It's been years since I last watched this. It's weird how I still remember this thing's soundtrack and I was just a kid back then. I even remember the lighting ,the color, everything, I miss this movie.
My favorite movie from my childhood that I still watch whenever I get the chance, sad it’s not on Netflix, but my favorite parts are every race. Three main ones ( Fuji helxicon I consider a mini race since it’s about two minutes long) But the way the race is filmed and the way the drivers do tricks and flips and it’s just made to feel like a real race!!
I guess if you never saw the anime, you wouldn't get it even more. Visually stunning during the racing scenes. Totally under-rated for sure. Great job on your video.
Couldn't agree more about the ending. I can't watch the last 5 minutes [from the spear-hook reveal to the finish line] without crying, and I'm not even mad about it.
I fucking love this movie and ur review is spot on. I grew up watching the original speed racer show cuz my dad watched it as a kid and turned me and my brother onto it and we fucking loved it. When I saw the preview for this movie in theaters I literally screamed in front of a movie theater full of people I was that excited and I couldn’t wait for it to come out. When it was in theaters I think I saw it like 4 times and I remember I saw it on opening day and I loved it so much that i saw it again that same day. I bought all the hot wheels toys for the movie, I bought the lego sets, and I played the video game on the Wii for years. I was in love with this movie. I remember I had the speed racer helmet and it was the first thing I legit saved up money for to buy. 25 bucks. I was Speed Racer for halloween for years. I remember I’d always talk about it to my friends nonstop they’d always be like, “why do you love this movie so much? who even is speed racer?” They just didn’t get it. I just watched this movie yesterday for the first time in a while and i was just searching for videos to see if other people felt the same love for this movie as I did cuz I know this was a critically HATED movie and it’s so cool to see how many other ppl feel the same way I do about this movie! Sadly I my parents, even my dad who grew up watching the show, didn’t like it when we saw it. And a lot of other people (mainly adults) felt the same way. I understand why tho. This is a PG movie that’s meant for kids and it’s a 2 hour 15 minute movie with a lot of concepts that would be very complex for a kid. The whole conflict and villian in the movie is big business controlling sports, corporate fraud, and stock prices. No kid is going to understand that. The adults would, but this wasn’t meant for adults, it was meant for kids.The other issue is that there was also a decent amount of cursing and now I don’t care obviously, I thought some of the stuff they said is really funny to me now lol, but for a parent that’s not something you want your 8 year old hearing. (I was 8 when the movie came out). Also I feel a lot of people didn’t like it cuz a lot of stuff was very overdone and it at times couldn’t be taken seriously even though it was trying to be serious at times. But back to my point, this movie is insane. The music is so good and gets you so invested in the movie, especially the end. the music at the end was so fucking epic. You really feel like your with speed the whole way through. And yeah the CGI and the colors are a little much but you also gotta remember this is based on an anime. Everything in anime is overdone. I feel like this movie is a perfect adaptation of the original show. they got all the music, they got all the characters and their looks done perfectly, and the story ties into the show too. Like when Speed does the casa christo and he’s driving the mach 5 in the blue shirt aight e bandana and he jumps out of the car and does the pose from the theme song of the show, it gives me chills every time. This movie just reminds me so much of my childhood and watching it yesterday just brought back so many childhood memories. I’m sorry i wrote this whole ass really long essay but I really hope you read this and I really wanna talk to you about the movie! Thanks for making this video it’s so spot on and I’m so happy there’s other people out there who love this movie as much as I do!!!
This movie and raimi spiderman literally are the films that changed me as a kid to want to become better. To watch someone go through struggles and just not give up no matter what.
It's great when people really see the true passion in the dialogue and the family dynamics and how they can apply it to their own lives. That's what truly makes this movie great and I will always love it. It's an over the top movie with a lot of heart~ Fantastic video~
I grew up watching Speed Racer. I had a bunch of merch and even made a box car of the Mach 5. I recently just watched the movie and I love it. It’s my favourite movie of all time.
I love how they did the car sounds in this too. Every act sound matches the drivers perfectly. Speed Racer with his classic American style v8 (probably inspired by the GT40s of old Lemans) Snake Oiler and their Skyline/Supra turbocharged engines making the Blow-Off valve sound like a hissing snake about to strike Flying Foxes paired with modern Lotus engines (almost a 2 for one with their love of luxurious and expensive things and almost sounding like a giddy fox). All the car sounds just make sense.
This film has something 95% of movies don't: soul
I was 7 when speed racer merch stopped you my friend are more right than there are people on earth
The only movie that has more is soul
FAX
almost ironic considering people call cgi souless yet some movies with no vfx lack that very thing
Yes and yes
This is the only movie that consistently makes me cry every time I watch it. It unapologetically has so much fucking heart and energy and style.
Absolutely, It's a genuine masterpiece.
Same here, this movie influence my life.
I applaud you
Rex Racer's death gets me every time.
You are not alone. I am a 57 year old man and I love this movie. 👍
It's definitely a underrated masterpiece.
i know right, it was 2008 so ye, today its more popular :3
Now a Cleveland steamer is a masterpiece
Best line:
Teacher, "Speed Racer! Slow down!"
Gets me every time.
This movie seriously has some of the very best transitions I've ever seen in movies, and I'm considered a movie buff by most. They are clean and keeps your conscious in the scene, which is hard to do. The fight scene is incredible, it's has no cuts and like 20 transitions between each squabble going on. Cinematography is incredible. I don't understand why this movie is hated. Best anime adaption created.
One of my brother's friends had a chance to speak with one of the directors and they talked about Speed Racer a bit. They made a deliberate effort to avoid simple cuts and make transitions more creatively and dynamically. I think that adds a lot to the flavor of this movie.
They’re also super consistent. None of them feel singled out in a bad way from any other, they’re all great in the same way! I think that’s neat.
thats what Mara said
Speed Racer is an incredibly sincere movie. It doesn't treat itself as a joke.
Speed racer was ahead of its time 🤯
And still is. A brilliant movie.
If this same movie was made today with the cgi and practical effects we have today it would be even better. The music in this movie is fantastic and the transitions are incredible. I love the hell out of this movie and no one will ever understand me lol
Completely agree, I think today's audiences who loved stuff like Ragnarok would go crazy for this kind of movie. I think it's one of those cases where a movie was ahead of its time :)
Do a review on the wii game Speed Racer, I think you would enjoy it!!!
Steampunk Jones I used to play that so much as a child
I feel you brother
The Whole Speed Racer Movie except its Animated by the Studio that brought Spiderverse.
Yep. I'm absolutely unable to watch this movie without having a big goofy grin on my face. Even watching the short clips in your video makes me grin.
Also, John Goodman suplexes a ninja. What else can you want?
except for some parts that make me cry, but otherwise yeah!
More like a Nonja, shame for what passes as a ninja these days
This movie has been one of my favorites since it came out. The only this that tarnished it was that my stepdad had passed away on the day I first went to see it. But, besides that... amazing movie. I wished it was re-released in 3D
This is one of those movies I would pay quite a bit to see on the bigscreen :)
This movie’s score it one of the top 10 movie scores of all time up there with Star Wars and Interstellar.
Absolutely!
@@flickfanatics7948 are you two kidding? Yeah that's it. You're joking
Maltese Ice Cave is phenom
308328928 dude it’s scored by Michael Giacchino. He scored Ratatouille, The Incredibles, Rogue One (a Star Wars movie) and a bunch more. The guy knows his shit.
My brother from another mother! my thoughts exactly.
Definitely one of the greatest movies in history. So incredibly underrated.
I remember having the Hot wheel style car toys that McDonald’s/BurgerKing would have in their toy packs, I could watch this music so much Times over and over I love it
As a kid who watched speed racer non-stop on boomerang, when I first watched this movie at 14 I was at constant maximum nut the entire film.
I'm glad there are others who have the same appreciation for this film that I do. It truly is great.
I would love to meet whoever composed this soundtrack, because the whole thing is practically perfect. It cannot be a coincidence that almost always the best films, movies and video-games also have the best soundtracks.
I watched this movie as a child every day and this movie makes me so excited every time i even hear it mentioned
Likewise!
@@flickfanatics7948 wow a reply thats neato
It's honestly one of my favorite movies; agree with everything you said
WOW! I'm actually really surprised so many people agree with me. I didn't think this many people loved the movie, awesome :)
I just noticed that there's not a single character in Speed Racer's family that doesn't get their big moment with Speed. It really shows how important they all are to him, and the way the wachowskis pulled it off is impeccable.
the reasons you listed why people hate it are the reasons i love it. it's like "that's a bad thing?"
I completely missed this film in 2008. I rewatched it just a couple days ago, and it truly is phenomenal. _We just weren't ready for it._
FINALLY! Somebody gets it! And yes..! You can hate the entire movie, but if you don't respect the ending, "I will fight you!"
Thanks!
There isn't a second in the film that isn't bursting with life. It's so visually interesting and exciting.
Also, in a sea of dark, tinted movies, the vivid colors of SR were truly refreshing.
I love this movie man and the races are the best thing my eyes have ever seen.
This is on the pile of films that I really remember enjoying as a kid, but assumed it was bad based on the reviews that I read afterwards. I gotta rewatch it now
I can rave about Speed Racer all day, but I gotta call attention to the editing brilliance at 8:57. I love how he used the overlay to mimick the viewer's experience watching the film, because that specific point was about the viewer's experience in relation to the film and not the film itself. Love it!
Thank you!
More like a Nonja!
Terrible what passes for a ninja these days XD
I love the shurikens flying out followed by Sparky staring at the car keys sticking into the wall.. gets me everytime!!! 😂🤣
I love films that transports you to expected places, and forces you to embrace the film makers vision. I loved it.
Everything I love about this film is illustrated in the final stretch of the Grand Prix.
This isn’t a movie it’s a piece of art
It is a masterpiece I wish I could've seen it when I was a kid my mind would've exploded. The driving reminds me of the cruisin' exotica arcade games where you sit in the car
I still love rewatching this movie.
Imagine if this movie had a game in 2019. The graphics and the gameplay would be fire. The original game was made in 2009 on the Wii and PS2. Still hella fun though.
Oh my god! I've never met anyone else who played the game as well, it was one of my favourite Wii games growing up!
Flick Fanatics I loved it on the Ds
@@Daud-ix4tm My parents didn't let me get a Ds but I'm sure it must have been awesome :)
Had it on the ps2, and god that soundtrack! It's one of the ps2 games I always go back to, and that's saying a lot considering the gems that console dished out.
It's on the ds too. Love the game
speed racer is a gem of my childhood. I love this movie so much
I didn't realize until last year that this was a Wachowski twins film and a lot of the styling and pacing makes sense.
Forever one of my favorite movies. As others have said, this movie was made with soul...and that's what makes it work so well. The ending race scene is still one of my top emotional moments in all of film making. And the soundtrack is so ridiculously underrated and plays to all the emotions and actions occurring.
How can anyone NOT LOVE Speed Racer? I am so much with you. It is a Masterpiece.
I totally agree with this and I will show my friends this video when they ask why I love speed racer so much. Great job on this amazing video
Thank you so much!
Maaan, I really wanted to cry at the end. Thank you for the video.
I think people are starting to realize just how great this movie is
You know I always loved this movie but I could never put a finger on why exactly I liked it do much, sure the action is good ( in a cartoony way ) but as a kid it just stuck with me for some reason, after watching your video I think I get it, thx for the upload, gonna go try to find this on DVD or something now lol
Wow, thanks! I appreciate it :)
Fucking amazing review man. I loved the parenting scenes as well. Especially how it even resolves the part where she says "It's like I'm watching someone make art" and at the Grand Prix there's a scene where you see Speed Slide the Mach 6 across the track and it swirls like paint. This movie's gotta be brought back to the limelight.
completely agreed, that moment was truly breathtaking!
It makes me so sad that we will never get a sequel, I only want to become rich so I can privately find a sequel.
I feel the same way not only about Speed Racer but many other films as well. I will say I think the film works tremendously as a standalone piece :)
@flick well said
Flick Fanatics I would love a sequel based off of one of the TV show story arcs, such as Race for Revenge.
Flick Fanatics It most certainly is a spectacular standalone piece. Also, with all the years passed, it’d be impossible to make a sequel, the younger cast has grown up.
If they were to do a ‘reboot,’ with the same style, color, music, feel, etc. and a different storyline, I’d love it.
That’s the problem with reboots however, they do a different(ish) storyline, but also a different feel, which is why most reboots fall flat sadly :(
Solomon Schwartz I think I reboot would be a great opportunity for a more similar feel to the show. Not that the movie is too different, but there’s room for more similarity.
To sum up Speed Racer in a very modern way... it's a whole vibe!
I loved this film (and the anime) as a kid and now as an adult I can appreciate it. It's great and a crime that we will never have a sequel
I love that you put a spoiler warning at the beginning of the video although the film is 12 years old
Dude! As someone who had the great fortune of having this movie in my childhood, and with both the commentary and way you had the soundtrack backing your video, this reaction video brought me to tears. You had my childhood nostalgic feelings swelling right alongside with the music!
Also, so glad to see someone else appreciating this criminally underrated masterpiece of a movie and to know that I'm not the only one who remembers and loves this movie! Like other great works of art, this movie is a part of my soul. Thank you for your insights into this movie and reconnecting me with something that brought me great joy.
I first watched this film when I was 3 and 14 years later it’s still my favourite film. I can’t find any flaws and i want a second so bad
I’m in my 30s and this movie is still one of my favorite feel good family films ever. It’s creative and original not to mention very entertaining! Blu ray watchers beware of bright colors that blast off in your face at every turn
Something that most the time pass unseen is how perfect the cast and acting was. It's just engaging in every single bit.
It is actually my favorite movie lol.
So underrated man, but that ain't gonna stop me from loving this freakin' movie.
There's everything in this movie thank you for existing Speed Racer (2008).
I do think it's bloated, but the choreography, creativity and visual style of the races (and the camera's interaction in these scenes) is incredible, and as mentioned the narrative "moments" hit their mark so well. Speed racer is an absolute gem and I'm so glad I saw it in theaters at release
I'm honestly so glad that I'm not the only person who has a love and admiration for this film.
It's great to see more and more videos highlighting this masterpiece of a movie, but I just have to say, your editing is absolutely phenomenal. You timed and cut your video with the scenes and soundtrack from the movie perfectly.
When I’m having a bad day and don’t have time to watch the full movie itself, I watch this video. Cheers dude, what you’ve made is excellent
Thank you so much!
This is probably my all-time favourite movie. Wonderful video essay!! ❤️
Thanks! I'm not entirely sure how you stumbled upon this video but I think I follow you on letterboxd XD
Flick Fanatics Haha yes!! I just followed you back 💜
The year the Wachowski's were early. This movie finally gets the recognition it deserves.
This will always be my favorite movie of all time since the tender age of 7.
When I first saw the trailer, I was really put off by the art style, so I waited till it came out on DVD to watch it. BIG mistake; while it looked like it was going to be a silly racing movie, it's got a lot of heart, and you can tell just by the first sequence. By the end of those first 15-20 minutes, you're really invested in their story and perfectly understand what that race means to them. I absolutely LOVE that first sequence, it always gets me teary-eyed. It's honestly way better than it had any right to be, and it's up there among my Top 3 favorite movies of all time.
Those critics so say “It’s not realistic”
My brother in christ, it’s based on an anime. It’s arguably the *best* live action anime adaption yet, imo.
I can watch this movie countless of times and I’ll still love it with all my heart
2020 just watched it again at still has breathtaking quality and animation. Literally still get goosebumps every time i watch it. The movie is very creative with the way they set up the storyline and everything that follows because i was still in disbelief that i knew a lot of the movie in just a few minutes and still had alot more to go which made it even more better.
Such a criminally underrated film.
Watched it again today after about 10 years. I love the boldness of its aesthetics and heart. It’s one of the most uplifting films ever made in my opinion. Great review
Thanks! It is a truly brilliant film :)
Flick Fanatics just subbed to your channel
I love Speed Racer. It is a classic hero's journey tale, and we see Speed go from childhood dreamer to the tough choices of adulthood, and making the dream a reality. Sure it's a bit trippy and weird - but it is meant to essentially be a live action cartoon. Giacchino's score soars, particularly in the final race.
I feel that what may have hurt the film a bit was the first big montage of Speed's first big race, juxtaposed with the tragedy of Rex Racer was a bit too much of an exposition dump and may have confused audiences.
However, the film is also a parable about the nature of sport and the corrupting influence of money. - Roger Allam's "this is the true heart of racing" is simply brilliant. All in all a good fun movie - with some deeper themes.
So amazed to find someone else this movie has had an effect on. I’ve always felt this movie was special to me but I’ve never been able to put into words but you have so thank you very much. Continue making films and doing what you love ❤️
Thanks!
I absolutely agree with you.
In my opinion, this movie is absolutely way ahead of it's time.
In 2008, the word "Realism" was more important than what's make the movie fun and the cheesy, unrealistic and over-the-top movies (such as this Speed Racer movie) were mostly unfavorable among the audiences and critics at the time. (that's why The Dark Knight was able to make billion dollars but this Speed Racer movie was bombed at the box office)
I watch this movie in theater back in 2008 when it came out and until this day it's still one of my all time favorite movies. (I can even say that this is my favorite movie of 2008)
This movie is The Wachowskis most underrated work which has Michael Giacchino most underrated score.
Also, the editing of this movie is fantastic and the fight scene in this movie (the ninja fight scene) is very well edited which opposite to the way that other action movies in 2008 were edited. (such as Quantum Of Solace and first Taken movie, both movies are infamously known for the use of shaky cam and quick cut)
I definitely need to watch this movie again. It's always been one of my favorites
As a kid i played a lot with hotwheels and loved cars so when i watched the movie it was like what i was imagining when playing with my toy cars and it was amazing
Legit have goosebumps just hearing you talk about how good this movie is. The emotion that rises in me when I watch this film is indescribable.
I love to come across people who also love Speed Racer.
Thanks for sharing the love.
There is nothing that this movie does that isn’t inspiring and jaw droppingly gorgeous, and especially as a lover and consumer of racing media or EVERY FORM this just fills me with so much hope
I agree, I must have seen Speed Racer, more than 8 times (since its release).
Its cartoony and corny but its about family and has a energy that builds into a big finish.
There's something about the ending that really gets you moving. Starting from the point when Racer-X says "Dont panic, just listen speed just listen to her" from then Speed's back in the race, followed by Spritles' "He's gonna do it!" and the back-logs of the core memories of Speed with Pops and his Mom, and even Racer-X, the whole sequence really immerses you in the moment. This movie will be a childhood core memory of mine.
Your video had me up out of my seats cheering and holding as much as that final race from the movie! Everything was so perfectly put. You summed up all the positives perfectly AND you just gained yourself a subscriber!
This is SUCH a great movie, totally underrated. The visuals, the acting as well. Even smaller details like kid who plays Spritle really bring up the comedy factor
This movie is amazing. It made me cry
I remember this movie. I love watching it. Especially the Supercharged mini video they made for the cars.
I remember ordering pizza on fridays to rewatch this as a kid bro OMG.
"I WILL FIGHT YOU" made me cry because I feel the EXACT same thing about the Speed Racer finale, haha. Thank you for this excellent analysis video and beautiful philosophical reflection on art, movies and life passion. You have great taste in film! LOL
This has been my favorite film since it came out. Glad to know there are others who feel this way too.
This is such an awesome video essay on Speed Racer 🏎💨🏁 and what makes it a true masterpiece! I could count on one hand 🖐, the number of things (music, movies, TV shows, visual phenomena, etc.) that's given me goosebumps and have MULTIPLE fingers left over and this film was one of them! Every single shot in that film perfectly captured the exhilaration of the TV 📺 show. The film's visuals delivered as much of story as the dialog. I was enamored by the original anime series when it aired in the early 1970s. There was no Speed Racer merchandise in stores back then so my dad bought me a white toy car and painted it to resemble the Mach 5! My childhood was full of wonder & amazement partially BECAUSE of shows like Speed Racer (and Star Blazers)! 😁♥️🌹
It's been years since I last watched this. It's weird how I still remember this thing's soundtrack and I was just a kid back then. I even remember the lighting
,the color, everything, I miss this movie.
My favorite movie from my childhood that I still watch whenever I get the chance, sad it’s not on Netflix, but my favorite parts are every race. Three main ones ( Fuji helxicon I consider a mini race since it’s about two minutes long)
But the way the race is filmed and the way the drivers do tricks and flips and it’s just made to feel like a real race!!
I guess if you never saw the anime, you wouldn't get it even more. Visually stunning during the racing scenes. Totally under-rated for sure. Great job on your video.
I’m glad you mentioned Giacchino’s score. It’s honestly one of the greatest soundtracks I’ve ever heard.
Couldn't agree more about the ending. I can't watch the last 5 minutes [from the spear-hook reveal to the finish line] without crying, and I'm not even mad about it.
Every video I can find calling this movie a masterpiece, I watch, like, and leave a comment. One of my favorites and one of the best movies all time.
I love this movie and have watched it so many times.
I fucking love this movie and ur review is spot on. I grew up watching the original speed racer show cuz my dad watched it as a kid and turned me and my brother onto it and we fucking loved it. When I saw the preview for this movie in theaters I literally screamed in front of a movie theater full of people I was that excited and I couldn’t wait for it to come out. When it was in theaters I think I saw it like 4 times and I remember I saw it on opening day and I loved it so much that i saw it again that same day. I bought all the hot wheels toys for the movie, I bought the lego sets, and I played the video game on the Wii for years. I was in love with this movie. I remember I had the speed racer helmet and it was the first thing I legit saved up money for to buy. 25 bucks. I was Speed Racer for halloween for years. I remember I’d always talk about it to my friends nonstop they’d always be like, “why do you love this movie so much? who even is speed racer?” They just didn’t get it.
I just watched this movie yesterday for the first time in a while and i was just searching for videos to see if other people felt the same love for this movie as I did cuz I know this was a critically HATED movie and it’s so cool to see how many other ppl feel the same way I do about this movie!
Sadly I my parents, even my dad who grew up watching the show, didn’t like it when we saw it. And a lot of other people (mainly adults) felt the same way. I understand why tho. This is a PG movie that’s meant for kids and it’s a 2 hour 15 minute movie with a lot of concepts that would be very complex for a kid. The whole conflict and villian in the movie is big business controlling sports, corporate fraud, and stock prices. No kid is going to understand that. The adults would, but this wasn’t meant for adults, it was meant for kids.The other issue is that there was also a decent amount of cursing and now I don’t care obviously, I thought some of the stuff they said is really funny to me now lol, but for a parent that’s not something you want your 8 year old hearing. (I was 8 when the movie came out). Also I feel a lot of people didn’t like it cuz a lot of stuff was very overdone and it at times couldn’t be taken seriously even though it was trying to be serious at times.
But back to my point, this movie is insane. The music is so good and gets you so invested in the movie, especially the end. the music at the end was so fucking epic. You really feel like your with speed the whole way through. And yeah the CGI and the colors are a little much but you also gotta remember this is based on an anime. Everything in anime is overdone. I feel like this movie is a perfect adaptation of the original show. they got all the music, they got all the characters and their looks done perfectly, and the story ties into the show too. Like when Speed does the casa christo and he’s driving the mach 5 in the blue shirt aight e bandana and he jumps out of the car and does the pose from the theme song of the show, it gives me chills every time. This movie just reminds me so much of my childhood and watching it yesterday just brought back so many childhood memories. I’m sorry i wrote this whole ass really long essay but I really hope you read this and I really wanna talk to you about the movie! Thanks for making this video it’s so spot on and I’m so happy there’s other people out there who love this movie as much as I do!!!
Agreed, this movie has a special place in my heart. That final race scene just about brings me to tears every time!
This movie and raimi spiderman literally are the films that changed me as a kid to want to become better. To watch someone go through struggles and just not give up no matter what.
Speed racer is an amazing film, I have seen it countless times and will continue to love it
It's great when people really see the true passion in the dialogue and the family dynamics and how they can apply it to their own lives. That's what truly makes this movie great and I will always love it. It's an over the top movie with a lot of heart~ Fantastic video~
I grew up watching Speed Racer. I had a bunch of merch and even made a box car of the Mach 5. I recently just watched the movie and I love it. It’s my favourite movie of all time.
This movie was two of my best IMAX experiences. I still enjoy visiting it from time to time.
This is my favorite movie ever, this one has inspired me to make my videos better and ideas on what to do
That climax scene in this movie always gives me goosebumps.
I watch this and the music brings me literal chills as he talks about the movie. I have goosebumps
Can we also just give some recognition to the art directors
Those cars are Incredible!
I love how they did the car sounds in this too. Every act sound matches the drivers perfectly.
Speed Racer with his classic American style v8 (probably inspired by the GT40s of old Lemans)
Snake Oiler and their Skyline/Supra turbocharged engines making the Blow-Off valve sound like a hissing snake about to strike
Flying Foxes paired with modern Lotus engines (almost a 2 for one with their love of luxurious and expensive things and almost sounding like a giddy fox).
All the car sounds just make sense.