Review of Speed Racer (2008) by Captain W — 01 Jun 2011

Speed Racer (Emile Hirsch) is a natural behind the wheel of his thunderous Mach 5. With support from Pops and Mom Racer (John Goodman and Susan Sarandon), girlfriend Trixie (Christina Ricci), younger brother Spritle (Paulie Litt) and the mysterious Racer X (Matthew Fox), Speed takes on fierce competitors to save his family's business and protect the sport he loves. When Speed steps onto the track, it's not just a race. It's an adrenaline-fueled, high-speed charge to the finish.

Also stars John Goodman, Susan Sarandon, Roger Allam, Melissa Holroyd, Paule Litt and Richad Roundtree.

Directed by the Wachowski Brothers.