Get Fast
When The Thief’s partner is kidnapped after stealing millions in cash from a merciless drug lord named Nushi, he reluctantly teams up with an angst-ridden orphan to rescue him. Nushi enlists her most trusted hitman, The Cowboy, a lovable charmer who’s quick with his guns, to track down the Thief. Guns, cars, and explosions will give the newfound partners a head start, but how long will they be able to keep it up?
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Plot Summary
A former getaway driver, now living under witness protection, is forced to come out of retirement when his past catches up with him. He must team up with a younger, eager DEA agent to pull off one last high-stakes heist. The mission involves recovering stolen loot before it falls into the wrong hands, all while navigating their unlikely partnership and dealing with a host of comedic complications.
Critical Reception
Get Fast received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its comedic performances and action sequences, many found the plot predictable and the humor uneven. Some critics noted that the film struggled to live up to the legacy of its predecessors.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for the chemistry between Andy Samberg and Keke Palmer.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot and reliance on established tropes.
- The action sequences were generally seen as competent but not groundbreaking.
Google audience: Google users generally found 'Get Fast' to be a fun, albeit unoriginal, action-comedy. Many appreciated the comedic timing of the lead actors and the energetic pacing, though some expressed disappointment that it didn't offer anything particularly new to the genre.
Fun Fact
The film serves as a spiritual successor to the 1997 film 'Speed' and 2004's 'The Fast and the Furious', with nods to both in its premise and action.
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