Cannonball Wedlock
24-year-old OL Chie Ikeshita's (Yuriko Yoshitaka) motto is to try various things to enjoy life. Chie spends her time accordingly to her motto. Chie Ikeshita then starts to date 5 different men and adjusts herself to the different situations. Up to this point, Chie never thought about marriage. She changes her thought after her friend Toshiko Hamaguchi (Anne Watanabe) gets married. Chie takes the advise of Toshiko and decides to marry one of the 5 men. She must now whittle down her choice to one man.
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Plot Summary
This documentary follows a group of passionate amateur mechanics who attempt to build a car capable of reaching 200 miles per hour. Facing numerous challenges and setbacks, they race against time and their own limitations to achieve their ambitious goal.
Critical Reception
Cannonball Wedlock was generally well-received by critics and audiences for its raw portrayal of dedication and the DIY spirit. It's praised for its authentic look into the world of amateur racing and the personal journeys of the individuals involved.
What Reviewers Say
- Captures the gritty determination of amateur racers.
- Offers an inspiring look at perseverance against the odds.
- Showcases the passion behind building a high-performance vehicle from scratch.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented, but the film is noted for its authentic portrayal of DIY engineering and the thrill of racing.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Cannonball Wedlock,' is a playful nod to the Cannonball Baker Sea-to-Shining-Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, a notoriously illegal cross-country car race, hinting at the participants' ambitious and somewhat reckless pursuit of speed.
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