The Fast and the Furious (2001)

Director: Bob Cohen

Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez

Los Angeles police officer Brian O’Conner must decide where his loyalty really lies when he becomes enamored with the street racing world he has been sent undercover to destroy.

If you’re looking for a fast-paced, action-packed movie with a thumping soundtrack and fantastic photography and cinematograpy, you can’t go wrong with ‘The Fast and The Furious’.

With a franchise now spawning 9 films and a 10th in the making, this original film is still by far the best. (Since number 6, the films became overblown on all levels almost to the point of becoming fantasy or superhero movies, and I lost interest). The incredibly awesome cars are bound to give car enthusiasts an instant orgasm. They are STUNNING!

Paul Walker plays a cop who goes undercover to infiltrate a team of street racers, suspected of hijacking trucks and stealing their goods. As luck would have it – surprise, surprise – he falls for the leader’s sister. The leader being Dom, portrayed by Vin Diesel. The casting in general is very good and the experienced cast ensure credibility. ‘The Fast and the Furious’ is an action movie with substance, nice fleshed out characters and a good story. The sound effects are also excellent.

Mother Mary, the stunts are incredible!! The truck scene towards the end is nail-biting fun. And the finale is stunning. Quite an adrenaline rush, really. With all the cars, action, adventure and great soundtrack, ‘The Fast and the Furious’ was destined to become a hit! This is a thrilling action movie to enjoy again and again. This is still one of the best action movies ever made.

‘The Fast and the Furious’ was a huge box office hit, raking in more than $214 million on a $38 million budget. It also received 23 award nominations in total, winning 11.

Would I watch it again? Absolutely!