That was an excellent one.

Each character in this movie — down to the smallest one — is an individual rather than a type, prone to spontaneous changes of mood and sometimes amusing outbursts of pettiness or ill humor.

The movie turns out to be a little better than the average. Starting from a romantic formula often seen in the cinema, it ends in the most predictable (and somewhat bland) way.

One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.

I watched this one once when it was on Netflix. I wasn't wowed by it, but I also didn't hate it either. It was one of those is what it is films for me. I picked this up on Blu Ray for a couple of dollars. I figured it was at least good enough for a 2nd viewing, and who knows, maybe my opinion will change a little. The first time around I rated it about a 4.5 or a 5 out of 10.This time around I watched the unrated version. While I still don't think this is a great movie, I did like it better than my first viewing. Honestly, story-wise it's very paint-by-numbers. You can easily figure out how things are going to play out before they happen. Even though it doesn't deviate from the standard action movie formula, it's at least entertaining. There's some good gore. The FXs are solid for the most part and it's never boring. This ends up being right in that sweet spot for me for an action film. You don't have to think too much, it's so outlandish you roll with what's going on even if it's farfetched. 99% of the time when I watch an action film I just want to be entertained. That's just what Death Race managed to do. I'm glad I snagged it and added to the collection. My Rating: 6/10

Death Race (2008) is a rough, hard-edged, whack in the face on all our senses. And, yes, Dear Mr. Ebert (We love you...God rest your soul.)...our common sense, too. But, so what! Its supposed to defy everyday common sense. It also defies some laws of physics but who's measuring? Its a wonderfully choreographed demolition derby on steroids laced with plutonium. Its meant to deliver, without complaint, gritty, where-the-rubber-meets-the-road action. And it does on a grand scale. You feel the centrifugal force as you turn those curves, not to mention the impact of each and every crash, bullet and explosion. Is it the most action I've ever seen? Probably not. But I'm pretty sure its in the top 20.Hey, I'm no 6-figure salary movie critic...but I think I know, as many others out there do, what constitutes a good flick...especially within this genre. Death Race is a movie in which one can enjoy while in a comatose state. Like after a long, grueling day at work and you just wanna lay back with a cold brew for a relaxing brain nap... because you won't need to think. Pass the Extreme Doritos, dude!

DEATH RACEYet another remake… only this time they did a good job.The movie is about a guy who is in jail for murdering his wife, the problem is he is innocent. Whilst in jail, the warden makes him an offer he can't refuse… drive in the Death Race as a famous masked driver that died in the last race. If he wins, he gets his freedom. The Death Race is a car race like no other… not only do they have to win the race, but they have to survive. All the cars have weapons and every convict driving is racing for their freedom.The action in this movie is really good. There is not just great car chases, but the fighting scenes are also really well done. But then that is Jason Stathams best quality. The man knows how to kick butt in a movie. I thought the fight scenes were really well choreographed, but the camera work was not great. The action scenes seemed very shaky. They probably shot it that way on purpose so you can't see them missing each other. Still, I thought it was very off putting and sometimes hard to see what happened. This also goes for the driving scenes. There were a few moments in the racing scenes where I had no idea what was happening as the scenes just kept changing far too quickly and were very shaky. It didn't ruin it too much though. It was still very enjoyable.The acting was surprisingly good too for a cheesy action movie. The movie stars Jason Statham as the guy who gets falsely accused. Jason does a great job playing Jason Statham. Every one of his roles seem the same to me. But all his movies are very entertaining. Other cast members are Joan Allen, Ian McShane, Tyrese Gibson & Natalie Martinez. Everyone did well. I can't really fault anyone's acting.The cars in the movie looked great. I loved them and really liked the weaponry they had on them. There were some amazing crashes and some great driving from the stunt drivers.The thing I loved about the original was the violence. There was some violence in this, but to me the original had more. I loved the fact that in the original they were racing around the streets and the general public was getting killed by the racers as they raced around… with this one they are racing on a track in the prison. It lost the edge a little bit because of that. But in general, the movie is a lot of fun and well made.I will give this film 7 out of 10."The United States economy collapses. Unemployment hits a record high. Crime rates spiral out of control. The prison system reaches breaking point. PRIVATE CORPORATIONS now run all correctional facilities for profit. TERMINAL ISLAND Penitentiary streams a series of Cage Fights live on the Internet. Prisoners fight to the Death, creating a ratings sensation. They are the new Gladiators and Terminal Island is their Coliseum. But like the mob of ancient Rome, the modern audience soon becomes bored. They demand more... DEATH RACE is born."For more reviews, please like my Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ordinary-Person-Movie- Reviews/456572047728204?ref=hl

It's 2012. It's a dystopian world where prisons run gladiator-like competitions for profit. Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is framed for the murder of his wife. In prison, he is coerced by warden Hennessey (Joan Allen) into racing for his freedom. If he wins one race, he can walk.Paul W.S. Anderson is the driving force behind the Resident Evil franchise. He has built a pretty good resume of top notch big budget movies from B-movie ideas. That's what this is. You get cars, action, and T&A. It's a B-movie idea done by good actors and good director. Jason Statham does his best bad ass. Natalie Martinez provides the T&A. The action is fun. There isn't much else that can be expected. The race being split in 3 is probably a mistake. It makes the last section not as compelling or as fun.