Deep-Dive Movie Review: Speed Racer (2008) | Is this movie a kinetic masterpiece or obnoxious bore?

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The Wachowski's Speed Racer was released in 2008 to horrible reviews and an even worse box office performance. But as time has progressed, a small but vocal contingent has gone on to reappraise the film, claiming that it was misunderstood at the time of it's release.
On this episode "Speed Racer (2008)", you get both sides of the argument as Jason found it a groan-inducing, cheesy bore while Ryan could get enough of the flashy visuals and eye candy.
Where do you fall on this debate? Feel free to comment on the video and let us know what you think, and enjoy this feisty episode of Esoterica Cinema!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
01:08 Speed Racer Film Description
02:51 Initial Thoughts - Jason
03:42 Initial Thoughts - Ryan
04:39 Prepping the Debate
05:13 Style vs. Substance: The Age-Old Debate
09:52 Narrative Progression and Screenplay Structure
15:45 Ryan on How the Aesthetics Elevate the Film
19:34 Jason on The Negative Influences of the Original Cartoon
25:34 Ryan on the Positive Influences of the Original Cartoon
31:09 Imbalanced Performances, from Emile Hirsch to Paulie Litt
34:37 Continued Discussion on the Cartoon's Influence
43:15 Interview with Tyson Bierrman
1:02:51 Final Thoughts - Jason
1:04:18 Final Thoughts - Ryan
1:06:09 3 Adjectives
1:08:23 Star Ratings
1:11:18 Enjoy the Movies!
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