Title: Speed Racer (
IMDb)
Starring: Emile Hirsch
Released: 16th September 2008
SRP: $28.98
Further Details:
Warner has revealed early details on
Speed Racer which stars Emile Hirsch, John Goodman and Susan Sarandon. The Wachowski Bros film will be available to own from the 16th September, and should retail at around $28.98. The film itself will be presented in anamorphic widescreen, along with an English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround track. Extra material has yet to be revealed. A Blu-ray release will also be available for $35.99. This will include the film along with a full-disc DVD game ("Speed Racer Crucible Challenge"), and a digital copy of the film. We'll bring you further details very shortly. Stay tuned.
Synopsis
Quote: Start your engines and fasten your seatbelts for the high-octane adventure Speed Racer, combining heartfelt family humor and groundbreaking visual effects. 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. Go, Speed Racer, go!!
News by Tom Woodward