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    Rush Imagine Entertainment/Working Title/Relativity Media/Revolution Films/Cross Creek Pictures/Exclusive Media/Universal Pictures, 2013 Directed by Ron Howard (Richie Cunningham in Happy Days) Written by Peter Morgan (Frost/Nixon, Skyfall) Based on a true story Running Time: 122 minutes Rated R for graphic violence, nudity, sexual situations, drug use and profanity. Cast Chris Hemsworth (Thor, George Kirk in Star Trek) as James Hunt (1947-1993) Daniel Brühl (Zoller in Inglourious Basterds, Daniel Domscheit-Berg in The Fifth Estate) as Niki Lauda Olivia Wilde (Quorra in Tron: Legacy, Baroness in The Ballad of G.I. Joe) as Suzy Miller Alexandra Maria Lara (Traudl Junge in Downfall) as Marlene Knaus David Calder (Sir Robert King in The World Is Not Enough) as Louis Stanley Pierfrancesco Favino (Inspector Olivetti in Angels & Demons, WHO Researcher in World War Z) as Clay Regazzoni (1939-2006) Natalie Dormer (Margaery Tyrell in Game of Thrones, Pvt. Lorraine in Captain America: The First Avenger) as Gemma Christian McKay (Me and Orson Welles) as Alexander Hesketh Alistaire Petrie as Stirling Moss Julian Rhind-Tutt (Mac in Green Wing) as Bubbles Horsley Colin Stinton (Neal Daniels in The Bourne Ultimatum) as Teddy Mayer (1935-2009) Jamie de Courcey as Harvey Postlethwaite (1944-1999) Augusto Dallara as Enzo Ferrari (1898-1988) Ilario Calvo as Luca Cordero di Montezemolo "The closer you are to death, the more alive you feel. It's a wonderful way to live. It's the only way to drive." Synopsis James Hunt and Niki Lauda are two completely different race car drivers who left their affluent family backgrounds to pursue the sport they live for. From 1970 to 1976, their rivalry brought the best out of themselves and the sport of auto racing until the ill-fated German Grand Prix, where Lauda is severely burned in a fiery crash. Despite his injuries, he is still determined to keep his points lead away from Hunt by the end of the season. Hunt: "I feel responsible for what happened." Lauda: "Trust me: Watching you win those races, while I was fighting for my life, you were equally responsible for getting me back in the car." Lowdown There was once a time in Formula One racing where men were men, women were women, and the cars were the bond between man and machine and not watered-down gizmos like we see in today's tracks. It was the 1970s, an era where F1 had its biggest share of sex, drugs, and rock and roll. Within this sport was a rivalry like no other. In one corner was James Hunt, a blond Briton known for his flamboyance behind the wheel. On the other corner was Niki Lauda, an Austrian mechanical genius who dominated the circuits with surgical precision. Together, they duked it out race after race during the 1976 Formula One Season. But tragedy struck when Lauda suffered third-degree burns to his head and toxic shock in his lungs in a horrific crash at the Nürburgring. For over a month, he fought for his life while watching Hunt inch his way closer to the championship. Following Lauda's triumphant return at the Italian Grand Prix, the rivalry came to a decisive end at the Japanese Grand Prix in late-October. This story is meticulously retold on the big screen by Ron Howard, and as the title implies, it is one hell of an adrenaline rush. The scenery and cars have been faithfully recreated, from Hunt's unsponsored Hesketh 308 and Lauda's Ferrari 312T to the infamous six-wheeled Tyrrell P34. The cinematography by Anthony Dod Mantle (28 Days Later, Dredd) brings out the white-knuckled thrills at any angle, leaving viewers gripping their seats at each turn. Complementing the action is the thundering sound of the F1 engines mixed with an orchestral score by Hans Zimmer (The Dark Knight Trilogy, Days of Thunder), plus classic '70s rock by Thin Lizzy, Slade, and David Bowie. Too bad there's no Rush music, given its title. But what about the rest of the film? They are nothing short of top-notch in this film, with outstanding performances by Hemsworth and Brühl. They really personify the drivers they perform right down to the T. The supporting cast isn't bad, either, despite having minimal roles. Ron Howard has completely redeemed himself after disappointing audiences and critics with Angels & Demons and The Dilemma. To summarize, Rush is the single best auto racing motion picture ever filmed. Don't be surprised if it makes a podium finish at the Oscars. Rating: A To further prepare yourself for this film, check out this documentary. Links Official Rush Homepage References The Internet Movie Database
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    Rush is now in theaters, and the critics have spoken. Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 90% - "A sleek, slick, well-oiled machine, Rush is a finely crafted sports drama with exhilarating race sequences and strong performances from Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl." Getting my ticket tonight.
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    Here are some new pics of what may be the best Alfa Romeo in decades. 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
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    Yeah, that one killed the TMNT franchise in the '90s if the third movie didn't already. But as bad as it is, it's not Small Wonder.
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    Anyone remember this angle?
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    That's actually from 1991. But hey - the 0083 soundtrack kicks ass. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-Aihbb4nl0 I remember watching MIQ's concert at AX2004. She ended the show with this song, and there were Zeon flags all over the building.
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    Probably the best non-Knight Sabers song in BGC.
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    Definitely a lot cheesier than the first. I can't wait.
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    Oh yeah - nothing like classic Crisis.
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    And for those who still care...
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    The role that was supposed to go to Nicolas Cage is to be given to Kelsey Grammer. Kelsey Grammer Joins Beefcake Brigade in The Expendables 3
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    Coming This October on DVD...
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    It's too bad Seagal never agreed to join the cast of The Expendables series. We would've seen the end of a debate that's lasted nearly three decades. That's because the CIA's had him pushing too many pencils.
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    Jason Statham Survives Near-Death Experience on the Set of The Expendables 3
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    The creators of RoboCop once said they were heavily influenced by Toei's Space Sheriff series (Gavan, Sharivan, Shaider) from the early '80s. Jiban was Toei's counter-nod to RoboCop.
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    WWE Night of Champions Results Kick-Off: Tag Team Turmoil for a shot at the WWE Tag Team Championship The Prime Time Players (Darren Young & Titus O'Neil) def. Tons of Funk (Brodus Clay & Tensai), The Usos (Jimmy & Jey), 3MB (any pairing of Heath Slater, Drew McIntyre & Jinder Mahal) and The Real Americans (Jack Swagger & Antonio Cesaro). WWE Intercontinental Championship "Mr. Perfect Jr." Curtis Axel © did a neckbreaker on Kofi Kingston. WWE Divas Championship - Fatal Four Way AJ Lee © def. Natalya, Brie Bella and Naomi after landing the Black Widow on Natalya. World Heavyweight Championship Rob Van Dam def. Alberto Del Rio © by disqualification after Del Rio refused to release the Cross Armbreaker while RVD had his foot on the rope. After the match, RVD nailed Del Rio with the Van Terminator. The Miz made Faaannn... daaaaannnnn... goooooooooo... tap out to the figure-four leglock. Elimination Handicap Match CM Punk made Curtis Axel GTS and tap out to the Anaconda Vise, but Paul Heyman pinned him after Ryback ran in and speared him. WWE United States Championship Dean Ambrose © wasted Dolph Ziggler with the headlock driver. WWE Tag Team Championship The Shield (Seth Rollins & Roman Reigns) © def. The Prime Time Players (Darren Young & Titus O'Neil) after Reigns speared O'Neil. WWE Championship Daniel Bryan landed a flying kick to Randy Orton to regain the WWE title.
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    No more baby food for Robo this time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1JbEFRzpYI
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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjLZWM9URW0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuAl6ie6UFQ
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    A lot of people have forgotten the art of being RoboCop. Here's Peter Weller to tell you more.
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    At this point, who cares about this movie anymore?
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    Yeah, I wouldn't mess with her.
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    Danny McBride (This Is the End) "Seth, that's some of the better acting than I've seen in your last six movies. Where the f*ck was that in Green Hornet?" Because he's Danny McBride! Just go watch the movie.
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    The Synth just doesn't have that RoboCop vibe, though.
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