I remember seeing the preview for "The Fast and The Furious" back in 2001 and thinking "That movie is gonna bomb! Who wants to watch a movie about street car racing?" Little did I know that a movie studio's idea of re-imaging the cult classic, "Point Break", with street cars instead of surf boards would turn into a box office hit and make Paul Walker and Vin Diesel household names. Diesel and director Rob Cohen abandoned the sequel, "2 Fast 2 Furious" with Walker starring and John Singleton directing. It couldn't match the success of the original and most thought the franchise was over. Then up-and-coming director, Justin Lin, attempted to breathe life back into franchise with a whole new cast on a new continent with "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift". Although the film bombed at the box office, Vin Diesel saw potential and inked a deal with Paramount to get the original cast back together with Lin directing and shifted from just a street racing movie to more of a straight-up action flick. 2009's "Fast & Furious" was the revival no one saw coming and jump started the franchise...uh, so to speak. Each sequel after ("Fast Five", "Fast & Furious 6", and "Furious 7") got bigger, bolder, and, at times, to more ridiculous than furious. But each one dominated the box office and turned out to be quite entertaining popcorn flicks. After the tearful farewell to Paul Walker (who died tragically during a break in filming) at the end of 7, I wasn't quite sure how the franchise would move on. The bond and chemistry of Walker and Diesel were the key components of the previous movies' success. And I have to say, "The Fate of the Furious" suffers from Paul's absence. The movie is still full of action, and even more street racing and car chases than the last few movies. But that's no surprise with new-to-the-franchise director F. Gary Gray who took movie car chases to a new level in "The Italian Job". But even with those cool car chases, The Rock going toe-to-toe (again) with Jason Statham, and new villain Charlize Theron, "The Fate of the Furious" feels like it's running out of gas. If you are looking for a solid story line, this isn't for you. But if you just want some ludicrous action (pardon my pun), some amusing wise-cracks from Tyrese Gibson, and a hint of high-tech hi-jinks to save the world from a ruthless hacker then 8 just might be in your fate, Side Note: I am hoping that The Rock gets his own spin-off movie based his "Luke Hobbs" character, because he is becoming bigger than this franchise can handle.
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A problematic re-introduction to the franchise
ryanmkincaid21 May 2017
Warning: Spoilers
The issues in this re-entry into the Walker-less franchise are too many to count. So I'll point out the problems in hopes that the next installment correct these gaping plot problems:
1. Deckard Shaw killed Han so now Dom forgives him for that? Hard to shallow.
2. The NYC sequence was horrible. First of all NYC traffic is absolutely horrible from sun up to sun down. Those birds eye views of semi empty streets is pure fantasy. The draw of shooting in NYC is what imaginary way will the director/writer/crew choreograph chase sequences in a metropolis where it's bumper to bumper car and foot traffic all the time. The production saying that they are filming in NYC proved that they really didn't need to film here at all because the sequence was unimaginative.
3. Following up the NYC sequence is the absolute absurdity that a hacker can remotely control hundreds of cars simultaneously. There are just not that many cars that are hack-able on the road. That sequence is at least 50 years off.
4. Dom naming his son Brian? Would have been better fitting to name him Paul. Brain is still alive in this universe. The characters even mention contacting Brian and Mia in the beginning of the film. It's understandable that the franchise would want to honor Paul Walker and his character but to name your kid after your "STILL- ALIVE" brother-in-law is forced. Had the character been killed off in the previous film then naming him so would be fine. Here it's reaching, and in the most imaginative way. Naming the son Paul, however, accomplishes EXACTLY what the franchise wants. Plus the audience is smart enough to get it.
5. Figure out how to reintroduce Lucas Black/Tokyo Drift cast back into the franchise.
1. Deckard Shaw killed Han so now Dom forgives him for that? Hard to shallow.
2. The NYC sequence was horrible. First of all NYC traffic is absolutely horrible from sun up to sun down. Those birds eye views of semi empty streets is pure fantasy. The draw of shooting in NYC is what imaginary way will the director/writer/crew choreograph chase sequences in a metropolis where it's bumper to bumper car and foot traffic all the time. The production saying that they are filming in NYC proved that they really didn't need to film here at all because the sequence was unimaginative.
3. Following up the NYC sequence is the absolute absurdity that a hacker can remotely control hundreds of cars simultaneously. There are just not that many cars that are hack-able on the road. That sequence is at least 50 years off.
4. Dom naming his son Brian? Would have been better fitting to name him Paul. Brain is still alive in this universe. The characters even mention contacting Brian and Mia in the beginning of the film. It's understandable that the franchise would want to honor Paul Walker and his character but to name your kid after your "STILL- ALIVE" brother-in-law is forced. Had the character been killed off in the previous film then naming him so would be fine. Here it's reaching, and in the most imaginative way. Naming the son Paul, however, accomplishes EXACTLY what the franchise wants. Plus the audience is smart enough to get it.
5. Figure out how to reintroduce Lucas Black/Tokyo Drift cast back into the franchise.
Interesting but quite too many unbelievable situations
bubbasvn28 April 2017
Warning: Spoilers
(Non - Spoiler Section) is it good? Yes, it's interesting and worth watching. Going into the film you will be anxiously waiting to see why Dom betrays his team after watching the the trailers. It is action packed and brings some nice comedic dialogue and some really nice action scenes. Except some parts rely a lot on CGI.
(Spoiler Section) Now, whether it is unbelievable that Dom can pick up an EMP bomb with ease, or that the Rock can break handcuffs at an extremely secure prison is beyond me, but it doesn't stop there. So it is OK for Kurt Russel's character to allow prison guards to be injured or killed, to prove a point, and in that kind of prison the guards would ask the Rock to return to his cell without just zapping him first. So Dom can elbow his car door off in the middle of the street, or how the greatest hacker in the world can't notice a tracker on her plane, that later on shows a red blinking light, that can easily be seen flashing towards the end of the movie. Is it believable that an EMP would not destroy the communications in Dom's car, or the CPU in his car. And also the EMP hit the security room, so why was it still running? Also why could the submarine still run after an EMP. Wasn't the submarine on stilts? How did it get off the stilts and into the water? When firing a sniper rifle from that range, how could gravity and wind speed be ignored? Can Dom really jump out of a vehicle and not be hurt at all? Plus fire explosions don't just stop because there is a car in the way, why wasn't anyone angry at Dom on the ice for killing Deckard Shaw? How doesn't Roman have hypothermia? And a Lamborghini door isn't bulletproof oh and if they could use X-ray from a satellite to look through that Russian car, why couldn't they do it to see Dom not at his car? The previous movie was about saving that program that Ramsey made, and Cipher has it, how was this not solved or part of their main concern? How do you go on a plane like that and not at least bring a parachute? WHy wasn't Dom's cousin upset with Dom before he gave him His ride? Especially when he tore it apart? Am I missing any? There is a lot...
Regardless, it's enjoyable to watch.
(Spoiler Section) Now, whether it is unbelievable that Dom can pick up an EMP bomb with ease, or that the Rock can break handcuffs at an extremely secure prison is beyond me, but it doesn't stop there. So it is OK for Kurt Russel's character to allow prison guards to be injured or killed, to prove a point, and in that kind of prison the guards would ask the Rock to return to his cell without just zapping him first. So Dom can elbow his car door off in the middle of the street, or how the greatest hacker in the world can't notice a tracker on her plane, that later on shows a red blinking light, that can easily be seen flashing towards the end of the movie. Is it believable that an EMP would not destroy the communications in Dom's car, or the CPU in his car. And also the EMP hit the security room, so why was it still running? Also why could the submarine still run after an EMP. Wasn't the submarine on stilts? How did it get off the stilts and into the water? When firing a sniper rifle from that range, how could gravity and wind speed be ignored? Can Dom really jump out of a vehicle and not be hurt at all? Plus fire explosions don't just stop because there is a car in the way, why wasn't anyone angry at Dom on the ice for killing Deckard Shaw? How doesn't Roman have hypothermia? And a Lamborghini door isn't bulletproof oh and if they could use X-ray from a satellite to look through that Russian car, why couldn't they do it to see Dom not at his car? The previous movie was about saving that program that Ramsey made, and Cipher has it, how was this not solved or part of their main concern? How do you go on a plane like that and not at least bring a parachute? WHy wasn't Dom's cousin upset with Dom before he gave him His ride? Especially when he tore it apart? Am I missing any? There is a lot...
Regardless, it's enjoyable to watch.
Couldn't ask for much more from a Fast and Furious film
ethanbresnett3 October 2020
Look, its a Fast and the Furious film, you know what you are getting...
Bad writing -check
Clichés aplenty - check
Ludicrous plot - check
Ridiculous action set pieces - check
Enjoyment - you bet ya
If you enjoyed the previous instalments in the franchise, there's absolutely no reason why you won't like this one. It has all the trademarks of a Fast movie, and in many instances turns these up to 11 for this entry in the franchise. It's bigger, bolder, more outrageous, with plenty of action and some fantastic sequences involving the cars.
Charlize Theron was a nice addition to the cast, with probably the best performance in the film. The plot was very fun, following the theme of the last few instalments, which feel more like Bond/Mission Impossible style sprawling action blockbusters than mere drag racing flicks. I think this maybe had a better plot than some of the previous ones, with some good surprises and a semblance of character development thrown in there.
If you're a Fast & Furious fan or general action movie buff, grab the popcorn and stick on Fast 8 for a fun time.
Bad writing -check
Clichés aplenty - check
Ludicrous plot - check
Ridiculous action set pieces - check
Enjoyment - you bet ya
If you enjoyed the previous instalments in the franchise, there's absolutely no reason why you won't like this one. It has all the trademarks of a Fast movie, and in many instances turns these up to 11 for this entry in the franchise. It's bigger, bolder, more outrageous, with plenty of action and some fantastic sequences involving the cars.
Charlize Theron was a nice addition to the cast, with probably the best performance in the film. The plot was very fun, following the theme of the last few instalments, which feel more like Bond/Mission Impossible style sprawling action blockbusters than mere drag racing flicks. I think this maybe had a better plot than some of the previous ones, with some good surprises and a semblance of character development thrown in there.
If you're a Fast & Furious fan or general action movie buff, grab the popcorn and stick on Fast 8 for a fun time.
Fast-paced high octane action film, a nice addition to the series.
joshuabury-9291322 April 2017
Warning: Spoilers
If you've been part of the ride for the first 7 Fast & Furious installments, you know what to expect. The franchise has become every moviegoer's guilty pleasure — mindless over-the-top action, million dollar sports cars, and the signature close-ups of women's butts. The cheesy dialogue and line delivery is forgivable, the acting is passable, and the cast is likable (the leader of whom being Dominic Toretto, played by Vin Diesel, who is carrying the series on his back at this point).
The new villain this time around is Cipher, played by Charlize Theron. Her mysterious monotone character is the most interesting of the Fast & Furious antagonists thus far. Speaking of antagonists, it is very entertaining to see the Shaw brothers (played by Jason Statham and Luke Evans) join the team and fight alongside Agent Hobbs (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson") and Company. Jason Statham's performance, particularity his charisma with Dwayne Johnson, really is the highlight of the film. Vin Diesel is great as always, and in Fate of the Furious we see a more emotional side of him as he goes against the family to save his infant son. His betrayal does seems out of character, which is my only complaint about the film. It is very satisfying, though, when he is reunited with the rest of the characters. The nod to Brian at the end is a nice touch (Rest in Peace Paul Walker).
Overall, Fate of the Furious is a hell of a good time. It goes where the series hasn't gone before, which I didn't think would be possible. Stunts and fight choreography are top-notch as always. Very entertaining and refreshing, and meant for the big screen. 8/10.
The new villain this time around is Cipher, played by Charlize Theron. Her mysterious monotone character is the most interesting of the Fast & Furious antagonists thus far. Speaking of antagonists, it is very entertaining to see the Shaw brothers (played by Jason Statham and Luke Evans) join the team and fight alongside Agent Hobbs (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson") and Company. Jason Statham's performance, particularity his charisma with Dwayne Johnson, really is the highlight of the film. Vin Diesel is great as always, and in Fate of the Furious we see a more emotional side of him as he goes against the family to save his infant son. His betrayal does seems out of character, which is my only complaint about the film. It is very satisfying, though, when he is reunited with the rest of the characters. The nod to Brian at the end is a nice touch (Rest in Peace Paul Walker).
Overall, Fate of the Furious is a hell of a good time. It goes where the series hasn't gone before, which I didn't think would be possible. Stunts and fight choreography are top-notch as always. Very entertaining and refreshing, and meant for the big screen. 8/10.
Good action flick for 15yos
ikari126 April 2017
The action is fine (although it is a Transformers, Michael Bay kind of action), but that script, oh my god the script is so cheesy... This thing about cyber terrorism where everyone is a hacker, but no one uses a mouse on a computer, they all just type in front of a holographic screen with moving images from a Star Trek movie. It is just getting old. Enough with the "lets hack into a network of satellites in 10 seconds".
The characters have no real spunk behind them, they just appear, because they have to. The motives of the villain are silly and unclear, the villains henchmen are targets for shooting practice. The last couple FF movies were much much better in terms of story, still over the top action, but they had some feeling.
This one is just a flick for children, it's slow motion fx, big "really big" explosions, lots of good quality cgi, and fitting for a kids movie not a drop of blood.
I give it a 6, because the production and the action are great, and I like the fact that some big Hollywood names appeared in it. But it is more like a 5.7, oh did I mention that the acting sucks as well?
The characters have no real spunk behind them, they just appear, because they have to. The motives of the villain are silly and unclear, the villains henchmen are targets for shooting practice. The last couple FF movies were much much better in terms of story, still over the top action, but they had some feeling.
This one is just a flick for children, it's slow motion fx, big "really big" explosions, lots of good quality cgi, and fitting for a kids movie not a drop of blood.
I give it a 6, because the production and the action are great, and I like the fact that some big Hollywood names appeared in it. But it is more like a 5.7, oh did I mention that the acting sucks as well?
Dominic Torreto just went rogue - a well done sequel a bit underrated
ivo-cobra820 August 2017
The Fate of the Furious (2017) in my opinion is a well fast paced a well done sequel. I just got this film on Blu-ray and I just finished watching it what can I say? I enjoy watching this film I had a fun a lot, I love this film to death and I like it a lot. I think is my number one favorite in the series Fast Five (2011) is still my number two favorite film in the series but this one just become my favorite number 1 film. Since Paul Walker died in November 30, 2013 both of the characters Brian O'Conner and Mia Toretto retired and the seventh installment completed the story arcs for both of their characters.
I think Vin Diesel who took over the movie without Paul walker did a great job I also finished him watching in his early action movie xXx (2002) pretty good movie. Dwayne Johnson was far way better than he was in Furious Seven. He had much more to do than in here than he did in the previous film that was my biggest problem in the previous installment. He was only in the beginning of the film and on the end of the film in the final showdown the rest of that film he was absent but in this film he had much more to do. Jason Statham is back as Deckard Shaw and he had much more things to do then he did in the previous film. Charlize Theron as Cipher was outstanding as the bad guy I liked her performance. Michelle Rodriguez as hot chick mom was really great I love her performance in this movie. Nathalie Emmanuel as Ramsey from the previous film is also in here. I love performances from Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges and Tyrese Gibson they were great.
F. Gary Gray did not do a bad job directing this film I thought he was good. I think this movie is a good action movie and way better than the new Transformers films and Terminator films. I rather watch The Fast and the Furious films then those I mentioned. Chris Morgan was excellent writer in this movie.
In this movie Dom and Letty are on their honeymoon and Brian and Mia have retired from the game-and the rest of the crew has been exonerated-the globetrotting team has found a semblance of a normal life. But when a mysterious woman seduces Dom into the world of crime he can't seem to escape and a betrayal of those closest to him, they will face trials that will test them as never before. From the shores of Cuba and the streets of New York City to the icy plains off the arctic Barents Sea, the elite force will crisscross the globe to stop an anarchist from unleashing chaos on the world's stage... and to bring home the man who made them a family.
Also the movie takes on icy plains off the arctic Barents Sea which are cars on the ice, that idea was from James Bond 007 Die Another Day but still the movie borrowed I have enjoyed this movie. Everyone in this movie did great I am so happy I have this film on Blu-ray.
I am not sure if hackers can hack into new cars and drive them during on the road with the computer I don't think that is impossible not with the technology was created in the decades, that's my opinion.
I wasn't happy that Charlize Theron's character escaped but I hope we will see her in the next installments. I hear there are 2 installments planed and the 10th will be last one in the series.
I don't think this movie is great or the best or better than Furious Seven I just think it is a good film.
I love that Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham put their sides behind and start working together. I love the prison escape and love that Jason Statham saved Dominic's son on the plain. Deckard kill Han but he pay for it when he rescue Dom's son. I love the chemistry between Dom and Letty they are still married and together that's awesome.
Scott Eastwood is also in this and even tough he isn't that great he is enjoyable in this flick. I also love the poster and the cover on Blu-ray about this film it think it is excellent.
This film get's a 10/10 I have enjoyed this film a lot the submarine was awesome and I am glad that the crew save the world again.
I think Vin Diesel who took over the movie without Paul walker did a great job I also finished him watching in his early action movie xXx (2002) pretty good movie. Dwayne Johnson was far way better than he was in Furious Seven. He had much more to do than in here than he did in the previous film that was my biggest problem in the previous installment. He was only in the beginning of the film and on the end of the film in the final showdown the rest of that film he was absent but in this film he had much more to do. Jason Statham is back as Deckard Shaw and he had much more things to do then he did in the previous film. Charlize Theron as Cipher was outstanding as the bad guy I liked her performance. Michelle Rodriguez as hot chick mom was really great I love her performance in this movie. Nathalie Emmanuel as Ramsey from the previous film is also in here. I love performances from Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges and Tyrese Gibson they were great.
F. Gary Gray did not do a bad job directing this film I thought he was good. I think this movie is a good action movie and way better than the new Transformers films and Terminator films. I rather watch The Fast and the Furious films then those I mentioned. Chris Morgan was excellent writer in this movie.
In this movie Dom and Letty are on their honeymoon and Brian and Mia have retired from the game-and the rest of the crew has been exonerated-the globetrotting team has found a semblance of a normal life. But when a mysterious woman seduces Dom into the world of crime he can't seem to escape and a betrayal of those closest to him, they will face trials that will test them as never before. From the shores of Cuba and the streets of New York City to the icy plains off the arctic Barents Sea, the elite force will crisscross the globe to stop an anarchist from unleashing chaos on the world's stage... and to bring home the man who made them a family.
Also the movie takes on icy plains off the arctic Barents Sea which are cars on the ice, that idea was from James Bond 007 Die Another Day but still the movie borrowed I have enjoyed this movie. Everyone in this movie did great I am so happy I have this film on Blu-ray.
I am not sure if hackers can hack into new cars and drive them during on the road with the computer I don't think that is impossible not with the technology was created in the decades, that's my opinion.
I wasn't happy that Charlize Theron's character escaped but I hope we will see her in the next installments. I hear there are 2 installments planed and the 10th will be last one in the series.
I don't think this movie is great or the best or better than Furious Seven I just think it is a good film.
I love that Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham put their sides behind and start working together. I love the prison escape and love that Jason Statham saved Dominic's son on the plain. Deckard kill Han but he pay for it when he rescue Dom's son. I love the chemistry between Dom and Letty they are still married and together that's awesome.
Scott Eastwood is also in this and even tough he isn't that great he is enjoyable in this flick. I also love the poster and the cover on Blu-ray about this film it think it is excellent.
This film get's a 10/10 I have enjoyed this film a lot the submarine was awesome and I am glad that the crew save the world again.
Charlize Theron's Master Criminal Cipher " 💎 Sparkles " . . . . . With { Panache 👌🔥 } .
Radio-1s_Mr-MovieMad-Ami_104-1FM16 January 2020
Warning: Spoilers
A { - d.v.d - } review .
Cipher, played by Charlize Theron, to Dominic 'Dom' Toretto, played by Vin Diesel ) : " Well , guess what ? I'm that crocodile at the 'watering hole' , Dom " . Dom does not respond , but instead just listens , with that certain { - Very - } palpable sense .."of bearing a great perturbation and heaviness ".
Today it is Saturday ; January the 25th, 2020, and I'm sheerly " delighted " to be able to confirm to you that, As Of Today, " The F8 Of The Furious " is { Still } very much the Eighteenth biggest English film... { in the World ⭐❕} . . . . & very deservedly so. Now, for those of you that ( perhaps ) consider themslves too, I don't know, what's the word.. " Erudite " , perhaps ? ..to be { Seen } to be, say... 'Consciously' enjoying watching a full blown Russian Nuclear-armed submarine explode out of deadly, half frozen subterranean waters ; only to chase down six unequivocally exotic & " thoroughly out of place " Land vehicles over a magnanimous, sprawling field of rock-solid ice ....... I have but the following to say to you. It is indeed , { 💎 INCREDIBLY } helpful & important , to always bear in mind that franchises - Like - " The Fast & The Furious " . . . { No } differently from others like , say : 'John Wick' or 'The Expendables', ( or so many others, in fact ), are - First And Foremost - just " fantasies " . . . . . & nothing more.
Yes , no question... these wild & whacky narratives will generally ( always ) be set against a " Very believable sort of " ...{ Real World Backdrop }. But at the end of the day, utter and complete ..{ FANTASIES 🌠 }.. is what they will forever be . Let's . Be . Really . Clear . About. That . And once you watch such pictures with that ' Singular Truth ' Firmly planted in your mind, then the said film( s ) can & Will ..... in this digitally profound age of a kind of " Magical Mastery Of The Cinematic Arts " ( courtesy of the creative powers that be ) ..... continue to - generally - be a Wonder filled, Spirited, & yes indeed ..often... Prolific 💫 Experience. But only if you make the Conscious move to stop constantly 'Over-thinking', the poor movie in question, & allow it to . . . " Just Be Itself " . Ok, so having gotten that out of the way . . I'm just going to leave you with the two things I enjoyed - most - about the film, ( besides the " Glaringly " obvious, of course ).
1 Charlize Theron 💎 : Almost never before have i seen a ( Female ) lead Antagonist . . . Have so much { Outright , Damn Fun } with a role ; whilst - still - very successfully delivering a Performance that is just, well, so... completely " pitch perfect " . Watching her steal practically - every - single scene that she is in , is just . . " A Sheer Joy " . 2 The ...{ " Bald 😍 " }... And The Beautiful : This movie boasts a veritable ( Ensemble 🌠❗) cast , from the aforementioned Theron to - " Dame " - Helen Mirren , to Luke Evans , & ' All points in between ' . What's more : just pause for a moment to take a cool, & justifiably wide eyed look at F8's "Top Brass". It's practically an { Expendables Style ) "Who's who" of Action Films, ( and right now I'm referring - just - to the men ), namely Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson & Jason Statham ( not to mention that Profoundly comedic " class clown " , Tyrese Gibson ). There's { Even } ...a tiny little bald " Baby 🤣 Diesel " , for good measure. The Quirky And Cheeky interplay between all these madly talented Hollywood virtuosos is truly " Humongous " fun, to watch.
A Lavish , Explosive 12 Marks Out Of 10 { 💥❗} . The Two Extra Marks Are For 1 : The { - PHENOMENALLY - } , Stunningly , Hilarious ' Statham With Baby ' Scene. 2 : The Poignant, BeauHilariousHilarioustiful, Moving, & ( - Very - ) Timely , Indeed . . . " 🇺🇸 U. S. A 🤝 CUBA 🇺🇦 Message " .
Cipher, played by Charlize Theron, to Dominic 'Dom' Toretto, played by Vin Diesel ) : " Well , guess what ? I'm that crocodile at the 'watering hole' , Dom " . Dom does not respond , but instead just listens , with that certain { - Very - } palpable sense .."of bearing a great perturbation and heaviness ".
Today it is Saturday ; January the 25th, 2020, and I'm sheerly " delighted " to be able to confirm to you that, As Of Today, " The F8 Of The Furious " is { Still } very much the Eighteenth biggest English film... { in the World ⭐❕} . . . . & very deservedly so. Now, for those of you that ( perhaps ) consider themslves too, I don't know, what's the word.. " Erudite " , perhaps ? ..to be { Seen } to be, say... 'Consciously' enjoying watching a full blown Russian Nuclear-armed submarine explode out of deadly, half frozen subterranean waters ; only to chase down six unequivocally exotic & " thoroughly out of place " Land vehicles over a magnanimous, sprawling field of rock-solid ice ....... I have but the following to say to you. It is indeed , { 💎 INCREDIBLY } helpful & important , to always bear in mind that franchises - Like - " The Fast & The Furious " . . . { No } differently from others like , say : 'John Wick' or 'The Expendables', ( or so many others, in fact ), are - First And Foremost - just " fantasies " . . . . . & nothing more.
Yes , no question... these wild & whacky narratives will generally ( always ) be set against a " Very believable sort of " ...{ Real World Backdrop }. But at the end of the day, utter and complete ..{ FANTASIES 🌠 }.. is what they will forever be . Let's . Be . Really . Clear . About. That . And once you watch such pictures with that ' Singular Truth ' Firmly planted in your mind, then the said film( s ) can & Will ..... in this digitally profound age of a kind of " Magical Mastery Of The Cinematic Arts " ( courtesy of the creative powers that be ) ..... continue to - generally - be a Wonder filled, Spirited, & yes indeed ..often... Prolific 💫 Experience. But only if you make the Conscious move to stop constantly 'Over-thinking', the poor movie in question, & allow it to . . . " Just Be Itself " . Ok, so having gotten that out of the way . . I'm just going to leave you with the two things I enjoyed - most - about the film, ( besides the " Glaringly " obvious, of course ).
1 Charlize Theron 💎 : Almost never before have i seen a ( Female ) lead Antagonist . . . Have so much { Outright , Damn Fun } with a role ; whilst - still - very successfully delivering a Performance that is just, well, so... completely " pitch perfect " . Watching her steal practically - every - single scene that she is in , is just . . " A Sheer Joy " . 2 The ...{ " Bald 😍 " }... And The Beautiful : This movie boasts a veritable ( Ensemble 🌠❗) cast , from the aforementioned Theron to - " Dame " - Helen Mirren , to Luke Evans , & ' All points in between ' . What's more : just pause for a moment to take a cool, & justifiably wide eyed look at F8's "Top Brass". It's practically an { Expendables Style ) "Who's who" of Action Films, ( and right now I'm referring - just - to the men ), namely Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson & Jason Statham ( not to mention that Profoundly comedic " class clown " , Tyrese Gibson ). There's { Even } ...a tiny little bald " Baby 🤣 Diesel " , for good measure. The Quirky And Cheeky interplay between all these madly talented Hollywood virtuosos is truly " Humongous " fun, to watch.
A Lavish , Explosive 12 Marks Out Of 10 { 💥❗} . The Two Extra Marks Are For 1 : The { - PHENOMENALLY - } , Stunningly , Hilarious ' Statham With Baby ' Scene. 2 : The Poignant, BeauHilariousHilarioustiful, Moving, & ( - Very - ) Timely , Indeed . . . " 🇺🇸 U. S. A 🤝 CUBA 🇺🇦 Message " .
This is my personal opinion on this film.
rohan-mahey1 May 2017
Warning: Spoilers
So this film has changed my views on the fast and furious franchise. This film has done an alright job on to why Vin Diesels character (even though his character is originally a villain (see the first fast and furious film) but does that count). Now the action,the action was brilliant especially the hand to hand choreography. But there was on flaw and stupid moment to me. That one flaw was the New York zombie car scene it just didn't appeal to me that much and i thought it was stupid. The best action scene was the jail scene cause you just see Jason Statham character beating the prison guards as he is running away from Dwayne Johnson's character who is chasing him. Now the best thing in the film were the insults their characters made they were pretty funny one of them were something like and i quote " I will kick your teeth so far down your body you will need stick your toothbrush up your ass hole to brush them" that was funny right? That insult came from Dwayne Johnson's character. Overall i gave it a 9 out of 10 as i just needed a little bit more convincing that Vin Diesel's character was a bad guy. But now something comes to mind at the end of the film when they are at their new apartment everyone just forgave his character even the rocks and the nobody team. With the rock his character nearly killed him and with the nobody squad he blew up their base of operations. So yeah that's why i gave it an 9 out of 10.
Cringefest - Stupidity level 11
satanclaw18 June 2017
This was painful. Action? Yes, but we're talking Physics that Sharknado would be ashamed of. Failure to understand or accept how reality works, even at a basic level. If you know the basics of cars, computers or physics, this will inflict pain to your brain.
No part of this movie made sense, it makes all 7 prequels seem like a real life documentary about cars. By far - Worst of the series. By going so far off the deep end, it made it too improbable for me to enjoy.
No part of this movie made sense, it makes all 7 prequels seem like a real life documentary about cars. By far - Worst of the series. By going so far off the deep end, it made it too improbable for me to enjoy.
The 8th chapter of dom and crew
monstermayhem3217 April 2017
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I know many fans were wondering what direction the series would take next considering how furious 7 felt like a swan song to the franchise considering that Paul Walker passed away when that that movie was filming and his character was retired. However things have changed when Dom meets a woman named cipher played wonderfully by Charlize Theron who happens to be the first major female villain in the series to betray his crew when he discovers a son he didn't know about. I will say one of the best parts of the film is the car chase sequence in New York. Helen mirren has a cameo appearance as the mother of deckard and Owen Shaw which was nice to see.
More of the same over-the-top action galore you come to expect, but it's still quite a bit of fun
Screen_Blitz15 April 2017
Vin Diesel and the rest of the street-racing crew (with the exception of the late Paul Walker for obvious reasons) return for an eighth installment of two hours of car crashes, explosions, and over-the- top action set pieces. Like the previous entries of the popular franchise, this brisk action thriller is more about action and explosive special effects than character and plot development. As you expect from a movie dealing with non-stop car chases, this movie delivers just that. For those hoping for an action flick with a thoughtful story and firmly constructed character, this film will more than likely to be a diminishing disappointment. But for those who could care less about both aspects, this one is a whole lot of fun, if not without a few blemishes. And the new director behind this entry is F. Gary Gray who last spawned the biopic 'Straight Outta Compton'. This film follows Dominic Torretto (played by Vin Diesel) and Letty (played by Michelle Rodriguez) on their honey moon in Cuba. During their vacation, Dom is coaxed by a mysterious hot computer hacker Cipher (played by Charlize Theron) into joining her on a diabolical operation to steal an EMP weapon supplemented nuclear launch codes. With their once-loyal friend turning against them, Luke Hobbs (played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson) must reunite with the crew along with their former enemy Deckard Shaw (played by Jason Statham) to stop Cipher's heinous plan and solve the mystery behind Dom's betrayal.
This movie deliver just about everything fans would come to expect from a 'Fast and Furious' outing, from the bombastic car crashes, to the explosive street racing, to the close-up shots of scantily clad women (although the last one is a bit toned down). While the globe- trotting adventure shows little interest is constructing a powerful story or inspiring characters to feed off of, most of the cheers go to the street- racing scenes which exhibit our favorite characters engaging in frenetic, adrenaline-fueled car crashes that more often than not result in an excessive amount of property damage with cars blowing up and building torn with smithereens. Like the previous entries, this film shows no interest in obeying the laws of physics, or even engaging in authenticity. There's a brutal brawl in a prison, there are hundreds of cars dropped from buildings, there's a prolonged chase sequence on an icy field with Ryrese Gibson cruising across the ice on a car door, nearly every absurd stunt you can think makes it way on screen. As for the story, there is nothing special here aside from a few dark twists and surprises sprinkled along the way. Most of all characters we've come to know and love make their way back, and are charismatic as ever. Each of the cast take their stab at some humorous one-liners, particularly Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Jason Statham when are two are bantering at each other. The performances are fine, but nothing that stands out especially if you have a hard time buying Charlize Theron as a computer hacking maniac with a sinister demeanor. At the end, the characters offer a predictable message about never turning your back on family, which has become a staple in the franchise after the countless times Vin Diesel's character preaches about family.
The Fate of The Furious is a loud, over-the-top action festival that is solidly entertaining for those willing to turn their brain off and enjoy the extravagant action material. While this installment doesn't quite add anything new to the franchise, it serves as a firm memo that the series still has energy in it's fuel tank.
This movie deliver just about everything fans would come to expect from a 'Fast and Furious' outing, from the bombastic car crashes, to the explosive street racing, to the close-up shots of scantily clad women (although the last one is a bit toned down). While the globe- trotting adventure shows little interest is constructing a powerful story or inspiring characters to feed off of, most of the cheers go to the street- racing scenes which exhibit our favorite characters engaging in frenetic, adrenaline-fueled car crashes that more often than not result in an excessive amount of property damage with cars blowing up and building torn with smithereens. Like the previous entries, this film shows no interest in obeying the laws of physics, or even engaging in authenticity. There's a brutal brawl in a prison, there are hundreds of cars dropped from buildings, there's a prolonged chase sequence on an icy field with Ryrese Gibson cruising across the ice on a car door, nearly every absurd stunt you can think makes it way on screen. As for the story, there is nothing special here aside from a few dark twists and surprises sprinkled along the way. Most of all characters we've come to know and love make their way back, and are charismatic as ever. Each of the cast take their stab at some humorous one-liners, particularly Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Jason Statham when are two are bantering at each other. The performances are fine, but nothing that stands out especially if you have a hard time buying Charlize Theron as a computer hacking maniac with a sinister demeanor. At the end, the characters offer a predictable message about never turning your back on family, which has become a staple in the franchise after the countless times Vin Diesel's character preaches about family.
The Fate of The Furious is a loud, over-the-top action festival that is solidly entertaining for those willing to turn their brain off and enjoy the extravagant action material. While this installment doesn't quite add anything new to the franchise, it serves as a firm memo that the series still has energy in it's fuel tank.
The worst movie of the series
stevemartis25 June 2017
Warning: Spoilers
This is my first review on IMDb and I'm only writing this because so many reviews are praising this movie! I knew it would be average but within the first 10 minutes I realised how horrible this movie was. From winning a race in reverse gear of a wrecked car to driving ahead of an army without a single bullet hitting them. I know this series has always had over the top action but this plain nonsense. As somebody else said in their review the heists didn't need cars in the first place. I only liked the action sequences between Dwayne and Jason, rest were unwatchable! I feel bad for the people praising this movie.
Great time at the Cinema!
jordanthomas_2009-346-91475816 April 2017
The F&F franchise has turned into The Expendables with cars, and like the last film, it gladly embraces its absurd plot and over-the-top action set pieces. It starts off with Dom on his honeymoon in Cuba where he is interrupted by a mysterious woman called 'Cipher' played by Charlize Theron. She forces him to turn against his team in order to do a series of jobs for her taking him from New York to Russia. Theron fits the role perfectly, she is menacing, seductive and manipulative and could play a perfect Bond villain.
Just as it threatens to be gloomy, there is some laughs to be had. Dwayne Johnson and the Stath have a good taunting scene where they shout puns at each from their prison cells. But yet again Tyrese Gibson gives us his best improv yet as he constantly pokes fun at everyone including new comer Scott Eastwood. Director F Gray (new comer to the series) has to deal with a lot of characters here. But he still manages to give them some sort of story arc and does a good job at keeping them interesting. Hobbs coaches his daughters football team in his spare time, there's a love triangle going on between Tejj, Roman and Ramsey. Then there's Letty who is trying to figure out why Dom has betrayed them and Jason Stathams villain from the last film is on a path of redemption.
Another thing that the franchise does so well is give us some breathtaking stunts with minimal CGI (only when needed). The film doesn't disappoint, some of the standout moments include vehicles being flipped left right and centre, cars being driven out of a buildings, an opening race sequence and wrecking ball scene to name a few. However its not perfect, there is a lot of pointless exposition dialogue to keep us up to date with what is going on. Plot device 'Gods Eye' from Furious 7 comes back which is used against the team. One scene involving Dom hiding from 'Gods Eye' so he can have a cuppa with Helen Mirren is laughable. The laws of physics are non existent of course (but its not a documentary) and it is the most implausible entry of the series yet.
Nitpicking aside, don't go into F8 expecting any realism or logic because there is none of it here. Just turn your brain off because its more brawn than brain. Like its predecessors, its filled with exciting, over the top, adrenaline fuelled action thrills; and there's enough harpoon guns to give Batman a run for his money. Just go into it with an open mind and you will enjoy it a lot more, its a great time at the cinema.
Just as it threatens to be gloomy, there is some laughs to be had. Dwayne Johnson and the Stath have a good taunting scene where they shout puns at each from their prison cells. But yet again Tyrese Gibson gives us his best improv yet as he constantly pokes fun at everyone including new comer Scott Eastwood. Director F Gray (new comer to the series) has to deal with a lot of characters here. But he still manages to give them some sort of story arc and does a good job at keeping them interesting. Hobbs coaches his daughters football team in his spare time, there's a love triangle going on between Tejj, Roman and Ramsey. Then there's Letty who is trying to figure out why Dom has betrayed them and Jason Stathams villain from the last film is on a path of redemption.
Another thing that the franchise does so well is give us some breathtaking stunts with minimal CGI (only when needed). The film doesn't disappoint, some of the standout moments include vehicles being flipped left right and centre, cars being driven out of a buildings, an opening race sequence and wrecking ball scene to name a few. However its not perfect, there is a lot of pointless exposition dialogue to keep us up to date with what is going on. Plot device 'Gods Eye' from Furious 7 comes back which is used against the team. One scene involving Dom hiding from 'Gods Eye' so he can have a cuppa with Helen Mirren is laughable. The laws of physics are non existent of course (but its not a documentary) and it is the most implausible entry of the series yet.
Nitpicking aside, don't go into F8 expecting any realism or logic because there is none of it here. Just turn your brain off because its more brawn than brain. Like its predecessors, its filled with exciting, over the top, adrenaline fuelled action thrills; and there's enough harpoon guns to give Batman a run for his money. Just go into it with an open mind and you will enjoy it a lot more, its a great time at the cinema.
When a superhero movie is done not with capes, but with cars, it is still an amusing show.
quincytheodore12 April 2017
What started as racing franchise has now shifted gear into a mix of old James Bond flick and shade of Marvel blockbuster. It may feel zealously exaggerated, and with high level of adrenaline and testosterone, it is indeed excessive. However, fueled by staggering amount of star power and crowd pleasing scenes, it's undoubtedly s fantastic spectacle.
Story doesn't veer much from the already established formula, another new threat that tries to divide and conquer, giving ample opportunities for the myriad of action heroes to fight, as well as collaborate, with each other. For the better parts, this works in creating a minimal drama even though there's bound to be slight disbelief concerning the plot, or just disregard of simple physic in general.
The script consists of war cries from video games and old school banters from decades ago. It's not without the humor and charm, it might even be distracting if they sound too flamboyant seeing the action is downright the stuff of superhero movie. There's the same amount of fists thrown and flying cars, and any other unbelievable shenanigans in between, in glorious slow motion and less glorious CGI.
It's nearly infectious in the delivery, almost looking like collection of scenes deemed to be too absurd and until now was buried in action movie vault yet they are so gleefully pompous, one can't help being dragged around by its pace. The action stars collide in battle royale style, even if one scraps all the other parts of the movie, there's an inevitable hook in the concept of The Rock, Vin Diesel and Jason Statham trading actual and verbal jabs.
It also helps that choreography for fights look convincingly fast and brutal enough to suit each character. The transition between grand locations, or towards another scuffle, is accompanied by good cinematography and equally vibrating soundtracks. While it may screech towards certain parts, the actors contribute in their own way, either it through surprisingly good acting or fitting humor.
There's enough in the production tank to keep the excitement rolling. Sure, it can be campy at times, but there's no denying that it's a high velocity spectacular action entertainment.
Story doesn't veer much from the already established formula, another new threat that tries to divide and conquer, giving ample opportunities for the myriad of action heroes to fight, as well as collaborate, with each other. For the better parts, this works in creating a minimal drama even though there's bound to be slight disbelief concerning the plot, or just disregard of simple physic in general.
The script consists of war cries from video games and old school banters from decades ago. It's not without the humor and charm, it might even be distracting if they sound too flamboyant seeing the action is downright the stuff of superhero movie. There's the same amount of fists thrown and flying cars, and any other unbelievable shenanigans in between, in glorious slow motion and less glorious CGI.
It's nearly infectious in the delivery, almost looking like collection of scenes deemed to be too absurd and until now was buried in action movie vault yet they are so gleefully pompous, one can't help being dragged around by its pace. The action stars collide in battle royale style, even if one scraps all the other parts of the movie, there's an inevitable hook in the concept of The Rock, Vin Diesel and Jason Statham trading actual and verbal jabs.
It also helps that choreography for fights look convincingly fast and brutal enough to suit each character. The transition between grand locations, or towards another scuffle, is accompanied by good cinematography and equally vibrating soundtracks. While it may screech towards certain parts, the actors contribute in their own way, either it through surprisingly good acting or fitting humor.
There's enough in the production tank to keep the excitement rolling. Sure, it can be campy at times, but there's no denying that it's a high velocity spectacular action entertainment.
Great Action and Car Scenes
ShelbyTMItchell30 April 2017
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Sure I give it a seven due to missing the presence of the late Paul Walker. And really he would have a blast sitting up in heaven for the eighth movie.
And how that over in Dom played by Vin Diesel as he and Lefty played by Michelle Rodriguez are on their honeymoon challenged to a race for Dom's cousin's car.
But then he meets Cipher a mysterious rogue agent played by Charlize Theron. Who threatens him and his family if he does not get nukes and a submarine for her and how he is given no choice but to go rogue
And does so as Luke Hobbs the federal agent who wants time with his daughter playing soccer now is promised one last assignment but he gets framed by Dom as well as the other team that is framed. And Luke goes to prison and is "greeted" one of the Deckard brothers, played by Jason Statham. Who shows a funny side and hope that he can be in a movie that could showcase that talent of his.
Before they can fight in prison, Kurt Russell's Mr Nobody and his protégé Scott Eastwood aka Little Nobody federal agents forces Dom's team and the Luke and Deckard to work together to take down Dom.
Dom also learns something about his former cop girlfriend. Not just one surprise but two. As you will have to see
It misses Paul Walker a lot for fans of the franchise. But still, wonder if Scott Eastwood is a possible replacement. But still nobody can replace P.W! May he RIP.
And how that over in Dom played by Vin Diesel as he and Lefty played by Michelle Rodriguez are on their honeymoon challenged to a race for Dom's cousin's car.
But then he meets Cipher a mysterious rogue agent played by Charlize Theron. Who threatens him and his family if he does not get nukes and a submarine for her and how he is given no choice but to go rogue
And does so as Luke Hobbs the federal agent who wants time with his daughter playing soccer now is promised one last assignment but he gets framed by Dom as well as the other team that is framed. And Luke goes to prison and is "greeted" one of the Deckard brothers, played by Jason Statham. Who shows a funny side and hope that he can be in a movie that could showcase that talent of his.
Before they can fight in prison, Kurt Russell's Mr Nobody and his protégé Scott Eastwood aka Little Nobody federal agents forces Dom's team and the Luke and Deckard to work together to take down Dom.
Dom also learns something about his former cop girlfriend. Not just one surprise but two. As you will have to see
It misses Paul Walker a lot for fans of the franchise. But still, wonder if Scott Eastwood is a possible replacement. But still nobody can replace P.W! May he RIP.
the best by far nearest theater a quarter mile by car
gangstercobra20 April 2017
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wow just wow! It is the best one in the series to date. Yes the scene's were redonkuless and most really out there, but its a movie lol. The scenes lived up to the franchise name. it was a new beginning for the series. the car hacking scene was the most realistic scene. Also Deckard Shaw joining the team had a purpose just pay attention and u will know why. its to bad the rock could not come back but its fine idc he was getting annoying. it would be nice to see John Cena maybe play a marine or something maybe a seal or other spacial forces. or do a hot female cop other the what has been in the series more like Rhonda rousey style girl but got the bod too maybe tie her in with the late Paul walker (r.i.p) maybe play her as a friend Brian o-Conner maybe in his young years boost-in cars hey some ideas but the girl idea would be awesome and use the guy who played Tokyo drift as a potential boyfriend to keep the series going forever lol hey no need to credit me just make it awesome!
Same recipe but tastes damn good
bivinph12 April 2017
Warning: Spoilers
Fast and furious was never about logic or agreeing to the laws of physics, its about crazy car chases, ridiculous survivals and total destruction. This movie is no different. Be it the race in the beginning, jail sequence, hacked cars or the submarine, the movie is full of adrenaline. If you thought the series would die out with brian you are definitely wrong, One thing that came to my notice was that the franchise never seems to have a real villain its like there's always someone bigger and the last bad guy was just a pawn. The rock's hulk action scenes and Statham's baby rescue were real kickass. The movie ends with the classic around the table family meal and a new addition to the family Since The fast and the furious, after watching each sequel you feel this is the best movie of the franchise and thats what i felt after 2hr 16 min. At the end of the movie questions do arise and certain comebacks may feel unnecessary but since this franchise is not going to end any time soon lets just wait. Overall the MOVIE IS WORTH YOUR TIME AND MONEY just leave your logic back home. One may ask now WHATS NEXT, SPACE???
The Fast & The Furious:Part 8.
morrison-dylan-fan26 April 2017
Warning: Spoilers
During Easter I realised that I have not seen a single 2017 film! Being a fan of the franchise,I decided that it was time to drive into my first 2017 movie.
The plot:
Whilst honeymooning with his wife Letty Ortiz, Dominic Toretto is approached by cyberterrorist Cipher,and asked to leave his "family" and join her criminal gang. Turning it down,Toretto is shown something by Cipher which forces him to join. Keeping it secret,Toretto betrays Ortiz,Hobbs, Roman and Parker by stealing an electronic bomb that is on Cipher's wish list. Finding their leader to have gone rogue,the rest of the gang start trying to figure out how to remain fast and furious,against Dominic Toretto.
View on the film:
Coming straight outta Compton,director F. Gary Gray & returning cinematographer Stephen F. Windon follow Furious 7's James Wan's decision to retain some of his own style within the series,as Gray separates the locations with whip-pan chapter headings and surprisingly still group shots showing the friendships, being rolled straight from Gray's Hip-Hop epic. Impressively driving the series into a more living cartoon atmosphere,Gray delivers cracking extravagant set-pieces which strike a fine balance between hard- hitting combat scenes with wonderfully bonkers CGI that takes the car races into flight of fantasy.
Revving up the series again,the screenplay by Chris Morgan cooks up a delicious gumbo,that mixes the hyper action scenes with espionage skills,a gritty jail escape,and even some propah British Gangster business. Slightly turning down the action volume,Morgan does well at setting up the next films with Letty's/Toretto's relationship being more prominent,and last baddie Deckard solidly joining the goodies. Being the first lead women baddie in the series, Charlize Theron gives a wonderfully icy performance as Cipher,thanks to the unsettling calm Theron gives Cipher being against the explosive performances of Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson and The Stath,who all discover the fate of the furious.
The plot:
Whilst honeymooning with his wife Letty Ortiz, Dominic Toretto is approached by cyberterrorist Cipher,and asked to leave his "family" and join her criminal gang. Turning it down,Toretto is shown something by Cipher which forces him to join. Keeping it secret,Toretto betrays Ortiz,Hobbs, Roman and Parker by stealing an electronic bomb that is on Cipher's wish list. Finding their leader to have gone rogue,the rest of the gang start trying to figure out how to remain fast and furious,against Dominic Toretto.
View on the film:
Coming straight outta Compton,director F. Gary Gray & returning cinematographer Stephen F. Windon follow Furious 7's James Wan's decision to retain some of his own style within the series,as Gray separates the locations with whip-pan chapter headings and surprisingly still group shots showing the friendships, being rolled straight from Gray's Hip-Hop epic. Impressively driving the series into a more living cartoon atmosphere,Gray delivers cracking extravagant set-pieces which strike a fine balance between hard- hitting combat scenes with wonderfully bonkers CGI that takes the car races into flight of fantasy.
Revving up the series again,the screenplay by Chris Morgan cooks up a delicious gumbo,that mixes the hyper action scenes with espionage skills,a gritty jail escape,and even some propah British Gangster business. Slightly turning down the action volume,Morgan does well at setting up the next films with Letty's/Toretto's relationship being more prominent,and last baddie Deckard solidly joining the goodies. Being the first lead women baddie in the series, Charlize Theron gives a wonderfully icy performance as Cipher,thanks to the unsettling calm Theron gives Cipher being against the explosive performances of Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson and The Stath,who all discover the fate of the furious.
Fast, Furious and Emotional...
ahmetkozan21 April 2017
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The Fast and the Furious series began as a simple street adventure. He also loved this movie, which loves Need for Speed. The film has turned into one of the longest running series of movie theaters. It is necessary to make another addition to the new Fast and Furious films with the loss of an unfortunate traffic accident during the filming of former actor Paul Walker; Fast, Furious and Emotional...
Here's our thing; We have a very nice and poisonous cyber agent, played by Charlize Theron, aiming at launching a 3rd World War who is abducted by the Russian nuclear submarine and who does not know what to do and creating an environment of chaos. Dominic Toretto joins her own army because she knows who will come out. The rest of the team are confused but recover quickly and make Deckard, the bad head of the previous film, a forced partner. The rest is a big fuss and a big car pursuit sequence at the finals.
This time, F. Gary Gray... Before the film, it was a question mark for such a big budget, but the business that it reveals deserves applause. He has pulled the fastest and furious part that was drawn up until now. He is also successful in managing the player. He makes Charlize Theron both in love and hate, and Jason Statham is able to combine his ability to create disruptive humor with his fists. Speaking of punches, the film has close combat sequences that require as much choreography as we will see in a Jet Li movie, and these moments are more enthusiastically viewed than the car scenes.
Long story short; Fast and Furious 8, a Bond adventure for children of all ages. In warm Cuba it starts among the girls with mini skirts and ends in ice-cold arctic seas. Great budget, great adventure. If you look at the flowing text when the movie is over, you will see that the real heroes are the stunt team. Hollywood owes a lot to these crazy people. Watch the day and then download the soundtrack from Spotify because it is very successful and wait for the 9th movie. 8/10
Here's our thing; We have a very nice and poisonous cyber agent, played by Charlize Theron, aiming at launching a 3rd World War who is abducted by the Russian nuclear submarine and who does not know what to do and creating an environment of chaos. Dominic Toretto joins her own army because she knows who will come out. The rest of the team are confused but recover quickly and make Deckard, the bad head of the previous film, a forced partner. The rest is a big fuss and a big car pursuit sequence at the finals.
This time, F. Gary Gray... Before the film, it was a question mark for such a big budget, but the business that it reveals deserves applause. He has pulled the fastest and furious part that was drawn up until now. He is also successful in managing the player. He makes Charlize Theron both in love and hate, and Jason Statham is able to combine his ability to create disruptive humor with his fists. Speaking of punches, the film has close combat sequences that require as much choreography as we will see in a Jet Li movie, and these moments are more enthusiastically viewed than the car scenes.
Long story short; Fast and Furious 8, a Bond adventure for children of all ages. In warm Cuba it starts among the girls with mini skirts and ends in ice-cold arctic seas. Great budget, great adventure. If you look at the flowing text when the movie is over, you will see that the real heroes are the stunt team. Hollywood owes a lot to these crazy people. Watch the day and then download the soundtrack from Spotify because it is very successful and wait for the 9th movie. 8/10
An insult to all those who paid money to see it
jedinichelsea20 June 2017
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Be aware, plausible spoilers I do not know where to start. I thought that I'm used to the cheesiness of the FF movies, but this is......overwhelming. Its like they are making movies for people under 18 only. Whole movie is a load of random c***. Its so senseless, cheesy, unbelievably unrealistic, cliché- ish.....total disaster. They ruined good characters, like deck shaw. In ff7, he was terrifying hit-man. Here, they turned him into a clown who is afraid of his mother. Its ridiculous. Next, is it a bird, is it a plane? No, its......Luke HOBBS!!! My Lord, he is the perfect example of everything wrong in modern Hollywood. Awful acting, cringe lines, superhuman strength (they literally took it to the superman level in ff8) Cipher- theron is a brilliant actor in normal movies, but here they made her a joke. I would compare it to the thurman's poison ivy from 1997. Tbh, roman is the only lightspot. He really is funny, natural funny, not bad humour like others. He is the reason why I made it to the end.
Still Got Plenty of Fuel But Fuel Needle is Starting to Lower
daddyxj-122 April 2017
Furious 7 had one the best conclusions for a film series ever. I and was perfectly happy if the series ended there and continued with spin-offs or hell even a Netflix TV show. But the almighty dollar wants these films to continue. I really had my doubts going into this film. I didn't think the series had any fuel left. The story arch in the last 3 films was complete. What else can we tell now that the main antagonist was no longer in the series? Well, I was wrong, really wrong, I was very surprised by this movie, surprised to the fact that I was very entertained and had as much fun as I had with this series since Tokyo Drift (yes I liked Tokyo Drift). The main driving point of the story (which the trailers express) of Dom going rouge was a valid plot point and with a twist to the series that worked.
What I liked about the film was the main plot device and of course the action. All the action scenes were all fun to watch (personally, I like the opening sequence best) But this movie delivered on what it promises and that's over the top action. At one point our anti- heroes seemed like superheroes who drive in their own "Batmobiles" and ride to the rescue.
What I didn't like was fact that a couple of action scenes were fun but very ridiculous and somewhat didn't work for me. And one of the characters in the film has an arch that just betrays the last two films and makes you question the motive of others. But on the downside, the franchise will run out of fuel soon and start to get that "been there, done that" feel to it that will make the next films seem boring. You somewhat feel that in the climax of this film but it's the main plot point that keeps the action scene lifted because you know it's coming just when and how keeps you invested.
All in all the movie was really good and you will be entertained and I would rank it as well as parts 5, 6 and 7 but the finish line is near and I feel the next films (I read 2 more are coming) will not have enough fuel to make to the finish line. Will the next films kick in the NOS and project us to the finish line...I really do hope so.
What I liked about the film was the main plot device and of course the action. All the action scenes were all fun to watch (personally, I like the opening sequence best) But this movie delivered on what it promises and that's over the top action. At one point our anti- heroes seemed like superheroes who drive in their own "Batmobiles" and ride to the rescue.
What I didn't like was fact that a couple of action scenes were fun but very ridiculous and somewhat didn't work for me. And one of the characters in the film has an arch that just betrays the last two films and makes you question the motive of others. But on the downside, the franchise will run out of fuel soon and start to get that "been there, done that" feel to it that will make the next films seem boring. You somewhat feel that in the climax of this film but it's the main plot point that keeps the action scene lifted because you know it's coming just when and how keeps you invested.
All in all the movie was really good and you will be entertained and I would rank it as well as parts 5, 6 and 7 but the finish line is near and I feel the next films (I read 2 more are coming) will not have enough fuel to make to the finish line. Will the next films kick in the NOS and project us to the finish line...I really do hope so.
Could have been better!!
imran782020 September 2019
I've enjoyed all the fast and furious movies especially since Dwayne Johnson joined the cast.
This entry is enjoyable in parts.
To clarify the action sequences are as good and over the top as ever but the movie as a whole doesn't come together as well as previous entries.
Fast and furious fans will enjoy it but newcomers to the series might find the storylines a bit disjointed.
All in all a good entry to the series as a whole but far from being one of the best.
This entry is enjoyable in parts.
To clarify the action sequences are as good and over the top as ever but the movie as a whole doesn't come together as well as previous entries.
Fast and furious fans will enjoy it but newcomers to the series might find the storylines a bit disjointed.
All in all a good entry to the series as a whole but far from being one of the best.
Beyond awful
svetlozar-8324510 June 2017
I liked the previous movies of the franchise. They were decent action flicks, exactly something you go to watch in a cinema with friends. But this? This is beyond awful, it's worse than a parody. Every line is a cliché, the acting is not even mediocre, the plot line is exactly like something a 12 year old boy has come up with.
There's no way the 10 star reviews are NOT paid. This movie is an insult to anyone who pays to see it.
There's no way the 10 star reviews are NOT paid. This movie is an insult to anyone who pays to see it.
My FATE is my own.
bodhi-1326212 May 2017
'The Fate of the Furious' is the exhausting 8th entry of the prolonged series of criminal street racers turned super spies. Undeniably, this series has an enormous following since 2001, but after sixteen years on the streets, are these films finally running on empty?
1. The plot really isn't anything special to say the least. The film starts off with Dominic (Vin Diesel) and Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) enjoying their honeymoon in Cuba. However, nothing good lasts forever - enter Charlize Theron, who plays the mysterious 'Cipher' who almost immediately blackmails Dom with a serious yet unknown leverage that is revealed later in the film. No time is wasted as we are thrust into the fast-paced action. From the trailers it's clear that Dom betrays his team due to his reluctant affiliation with Cipher, but anyone with a brain-stem knows that that's something which hits a dead end lol.
2. F. Gary Gray has done some very entertaining and captivating films in the past, but it seems no matter the director, this series seems to follow a specific pattern at this point. Not that it's a huge complaint, but since the 4th film, the style of action seems to repeat itself even into this one. I give credit for how inventive the action and set-pieces are, but yet again, the film-makers can't help themselves but push things way over the top. The last action sequence in particular where the team travels to icy Russia to face Cipher and Dom in the final showdown, is where I drew the line of sheer belief. Words can't even begin to describe the pain.
3. If there was to be a comparison between this and the 'Mission:Impossible' films, I'd follow Tom Cruise any day. I can't believe I'd see the day when Tom Cruise's death-defying stunts would be more plausible that Vin Diesel and The Rock's. The underlying story of 'Family' is still beating like a heart without a body. For someone who was with this theme since it's inception, I'm utterly tired of these film constantly cramming down my throat the importance of family. Even though he wasn't the greatest of actors, Paul Walker really did bring some kind of balance especially with his story and background.
4. I gave 'Furious 7' a pass because it was in essence a farewell to Walker, although I enjoyed this one just an inch more. There should have been a new running theme in this film and left the family matters in the previous since it ended on such a perfect and emotional note. I know it's been said before, but Jason Statham and Dwayne Johnson are more of the outstanding characters as far as performances go. Charlize Theron does bring a fresh take for a female villain, but her role isn't as large as one might think. Vin Diesel and the rest of the cast don't really bring anything new as they play their respective roles as one-note as possible.
If you're an action and car junkie, then this is the movie for you. It's fast, it's loud and with as many close-up shots of women's butts as possible. Have at it.
1. The plot really isn't anything special to say the least. The film starts off with Dominic (Vin Diesel) and Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) enjoying their honeymoon in Cuba. However, nothing good lasts forever - enter Charlize Theron, who plays the mysterious 'Cipher' who almost immediately blackmails Dom with a serious yet unknown leverage that is revealed later in the film. No time is wasted as we are thrust into the fast-paced action. From the trailers it's clear that Dom betrays his team due to his reluctant affiliation with Cipher, but anyone with a brain-stem knows that that's something which hits a dead end lol.
2. F. Gary Gray has done some very entertaining and captivating films in the past, but it seems no matter the director, this series seems to follow a specific pattern at this point. Not that it's a huge complaint, but since the 4th film, the style of action seems to repeat itself even into this one. I give credit for how inventive the action and set-pieces are, but yet again, the film-makers can't help themselves but push things way over the top. The last action sequence in particular where the team travels to icy Russia to face Cipher and Dom in the final showdown, is where I drew the line of sheer belief. Words can't even begin to describe the pain.
3. If there was to be a comparison between this and the 'Mission:Impossible' films, I'd follow Tom Cruise any day. I can't believe I'd see the day when Tom Cruise's death-defying stunts would be more plausible that Vin Diesel and The Rock's. The underlying story of 'Family' is still beating like a heart without a body. For someone who was with this theme since it's inception, I'm utterly tired of these film constantly cramming down my throat the importance of family. Even though he wasn't the greatest of actors, Paul Walker really did bring some kind of balance especially with his story and background.
4. I gave 'Furious 7' a pass because it was in essence a farewell to Walker, although I enjoyed this one just an inch more. There should have been a new running theme in this film and left the family matters in the previous since it ended on such a perfect and emotional note. I know it's been said before, but Jason Statham and Dwayne Johnson are more of the outstanding characters as far as performances go. Charlize Theron does bring a fresh take for a female villain, but her role isn't as large as one might think. Vin Diesel and the rest of the cast don't really bring anything new as they play their respective roles as one-note as possible.
If you're an action and car junkie, then this is the movie for you. It's fast, it's loud and with as many close-up shots of women's butts as possible. Have at it.
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