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But THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS does provide ample energy and action to an otherwise predictably lame plot. But the story, I assume, is about thieving bandits ripping off truck drivers, is sacrificed for a more entertaining reason - simply, illegal drag racing and a whole lot of scantily clad females and muscular men. Which is fine, only show that they have a decent enough reason for their motives.

It's a good, but not great film. Vin Diesel, who in my opinion really can't act (voice makes him sound hollow and wooden), is Dominic Toretto, the cool-guy/ringleader of the gang of highly-charged youths; Paul Walker, another one who can't act, plays undercover cop Brian Spindler, who earns the respect of Dominic and also tries to solve the recent thefts; Michelle Rodriguez, Sundance darling for the film GIRLFIGHT, plays Dominic's firebrand girlfriend, Letty; and Jordana Brewster, former AS THE WORLD TURNS actress, plays Dominic's sister and Brian's love interest, Mia Toretto. There is also rapper Ja Rule, as a dragster named Edwin, who has a particular funny moment in the film involving "Monica" and a group of Vietnamese/American actors, Rick Yune and Reggie Lee as cousins Johnny Tran, who shares a history with Dominic, and Lance. (The Vietnamese group drive around in neato motorcycles!)

Basically, it's your typical male testosterone vehicle for "up-and-coming actors" like Diesel, Walker, Rodriguez, and Brewster. My opinion? Uh, uh, not with this film! Sure, they may gleam in the 15 minutes of fame (due in part to the $40 million opening weekend), but soon they will run out of steam, and by they I mean the film and actors, just like a previous adrenaline-rush film called GONE IN 60 SECONDS - perhaps you've heard of it?

In conclusion, it was loud, it was fast, and it certainly was furious, but do read too much into it - I haven't!

Important facts
"The Fast and the Furious" is your typical summer movie. It has a plot, yes, but it is so thin that you oftentimes forget what it is. The characters aren't very likeable at points because they're not developed. The script isn't too great and the acting is definitely subpar. These parts would give this movie 1 star easily, but you have to realize that this movie isn't supposed to have a great plot, Oscar-winning acting and fabulous writing. This film was made for one reason: to entertain us with fast cars, a lot of action, and big explosions...and it does just that. This movie is packed with more energy than any movie I've seen in a long time. The stunts are truly something straight out of a video game. So here's what I have to say about this movie. If you're looking for a fun Summer film that'll catch your attention with loud music, sounds and amazing action, go see The Fast and the Furious. If you're searching for the next Academy Award winner...well...I suggest you take a ride ..., because there hasn't been much released this year worthy of that status. ...

Entertaining Thrill Ride.
When a young speed demon racer (Paul Walker) is the new guy on the Streets. While there`s another racers charged the streets of Los Angeles, every night is a championship race with nitro-boosted fury. Dominic (Vin Diesel) rules the road turning all his challengers into a hard core winner and he could be under suspicion of Stealing Expensive Equipment. But when the young racer proves himself to Dominic, he`s one of the fastest driver out-there but What Dominic doesn`t know is that the young racer is acutally a undercover detective and he also unexpected falls in Love with Dominic's Sister (Jordana Brewster).

DVD`s has an strong anamorphic Widescreen (2.35:1) transfer and an excellent Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound including also DTS 5.1 Surround Sound. This was One of the Biggest Unexpected Box Office Hits of 2001. The Flick's only Flaw, it's suffers a Thin Story-line. DVD Extras are:An running commentary track by director:Rob Cohen (Dragon:The Bruce Lee Story, Triple X, Day Light). Deleted Scenes with/without commentary and more. This film has excellent car-racing scenes full of excitement. Panavision. Grade:A-.