Speed Racer (2008)

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Reel Film Chronicles fans rejoice! We're taking a spin around the circuit today with the often misunderstood classic SPEED RACER, directed by the incredibly talented Wachowskis. Once we got our paws on the newly released 4K UHD, we knew it was a movie that belonged in the pantheon of the Chronicles. And it shows: we have an absolute blast recording this and I think our enthusiasm really shines through.

Speed Racer (2008)

Directed by: Lana Wachowski - Lilly Wachowski

Starring: Emile Hirsch - Christina Ricci - John Goodman - Susan Sarandon - Matthew Fox

Genres: action - family - adventure - comedy

Runtime: 135 minutes

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Chapters

0:00: Introduction and Overview

13:36: Feature Discussion (with spoilers)

49:17: Ratings Game/Guesses

52:30: Our Ratings

57:06: Closing Thoughts

Episode 98

Speed Racer

Speed Racer is a young and brilliant racing driver. When corruption in the racing leagues costs his brother his life, Speed must team up with the police and the mysterious Racer X to bring an end to the corruption and criminal activities.

Credits

Music by ⁠⁠Alexi Action⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixabay