Speed Demon
In this supernatural take on The Fast and the Furious, college student Jesse returns home only to find that his old stomping ground has been overrun by a gang of street racers that dabbles in the black arts. But things take a bloody turn for the gang members when a supercharged muscle car starts running them down. Can Jesse stop the fuel-injected killing machine and unmask the mysterious driver?
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Plot Summary
A low-level go-kart racer named Duke Phiston discovers he has a rare genetic condition that gives him superhuman speed. Initially thrilled, he soon finds his newfound abilities make his already chaotic life even more complicated, especially as he tries to navigate racing rivalries, romance, and the attention of a shadowy organization.
Critical Reception
Speed Demon was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, with many finding its humor uninspired and its plot nonsensical. It is widely considered one of the worst films of 2003.
What Reviewers Say
- An unfunny and nonsensical comedy that wastes its cast.
- The film suffers from a weak script and uninspired direction.
- A forgettable and tedious viewing experience.
Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be incredibly disappointing, with many citing the predictable plot and lack of genuine humor as major drawbacks. Viewers also expressed that the performances felt forced and the overall execution was amateurish, leading to a generally negative reception.
Fun Fact
Despite its universally panned reception, the film was reportedly greenlit due to a significant personal investment from a studio executive who was a fan of lead actor Chris Kattan.
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