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More is less is generally the case with blockbuster sequels these days, with budgetary bloat often overshadowing the qualities that made the original film click with audiences. The Fast and the Furious movies, however, somehow manage to spin doughnuts around this concept of diminishing returns, with each installment becoming more ridiculously entertaining. Fast Five may be the most overblown entry in the series to date (which is saying quite a bit), but there's a dunderheaded earnestness to it that's hard to resist. This time around, Vin Diesel and Paul Walker and Co. go for an Ocean's 11 vibe--swapping out the Armani and martinis for Ed Hardy and Muscle Milk--as the gang go on the lam in Rio following a botched train heist. On the lookout for one final big score, they set their sights on bankrupting the local kingpin (an admirably straight-faced Joaquim de Almeida), calling in seemingly every character in the mythos for help. Stuff goes vroom and boom in mass quantities. Perhaps realizing that the formula may be in danger of reaching its shelf date, returning director Justin Lin here livens things up by bringing in Dwayne Johnson as a federal agent with a fearsome grudge. When he and Diesel eventually throw down, the building-busting destruction recalls the immortal War of the Gargantuas. Viewers in the mood for a little logic with their explosions may initially scoff, but by the time the final chase scene rolls around (an outrageously sustained kinetic set piece that would make Wile E. Coyote proud) it's tough to keep back the grins. Heaven only knows what the next sequel will bring (Send them back to colonial times? A race against Cthulhu in outer space? Pit them against Dick Dastardly and Muttley?), but there's every confidence that these folks will somehow pull it off.
--Andrew Wright
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Get ready for “five times the action, excitement and fun” (Shawn Edwards, FOX-TV) as Vin Diesel and Paul Walker lead a reunion of all-stars from every chapter of the explosive franchise built on speed. Fugitive Dom Toretto (Diesel) partners with former cop Brian O'Conner (Walker) on the opposite side of the law in exotic Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There they are hunted by a high-powered U.S. strike force led by its toughest Fed (Dwayne Johnson) and an army of corrupt cops working for a ruthless drug kingpin. To gain their freedom and win this ultimate high-stakes race, they must pull off one last job - an insane heist worth $100 million. Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges, Matt Schulze, Sung Kang, Gal Gadot, Tego Calderon, Don Omar, Elsa Pataky, Joaquim de Almeida Directed by: Justin Lin
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
86 of 92 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Jordana Brewster team up again for some more heart pounding adrenaline action. This movie takes place after Fast and Furious. The film brings the crew back together in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil for one last job to get their freedom before disappearing forever. Some of the previous stars through the past Fast and Furious films return, including Tyrese Gibson, (Roman Pearce - 2 Fast 2 Furious) Ludacris (Tej - 2 Fast 2 Furious), Gal Gadot, (Gisele - Fast and Furious) Matt Schulze (Vince -The Fast and Furious) and Sung Kang (Han - Tokyo Drift) all return for one of the most action packed Fast and Furious movies ever. They are faced with a tough federal agent Luke Hoobs (the Rock) who will stop at nothing to hunt them down. I will not give away any more but, I'm happy to say Fast Five does not disappoint. This Movie is action packed from start to finish, and even though it has many over the top moments it is still one heck of an enjoyable action ride. Just like the original film that started it all, this new and final installment will also have you on the edge of your seat. Don't listen to bitter critics, if you like a fun entertaining movie to take you away from your life for a few hours check this movie out! Im going to miss Paul and Vin and all the crew, but will be forever thankful for all the awesome Fast films they brought us and am happy to watch them again and again on DVD or blu-ray! Fast Five [Blu-ray] Fast Five (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy in Blu-ray Packaging)
Be sure and stay for the end credits for a unexpected twist.
Updated 10/4/11
The picture and sound on the Fast Five blu-ray are outstanding. One of the best looking and sounding blu-rays ever. Your sound system will get a great workout with fast Five! The picture quality on this is Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC. Video resolution: 1080p, Aspect ratio: 2.35:1, Original aspect ratio: 2.39:1 and the Audio on this Blu-ray is DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1.
The Fast Five`s Blu-ray Bonus Features:
. The big Train Heist
. Reuniting The Team
. A New Set of Wheels
· DOM VS. HOBBS: Watch how the action-packed showdown was shot
· ON SET WITH DIRECTOR JUSTIN LIN: Go behind the scenes of Fast Five with director Justin Lin
· INSIDE THE VAULT CHASE: Learn how they filmed the movie's most dangerous sequence
· TYRESE TV: Go behind the scenes of Fast Five with Tyrese Gibson
You also get a DVD copy and digital copy included on the combo pack with the digital copy expiring 3/13/12
Be sure and stay for the end credits for a unexpected twist.
Updated 10/4/11
The picture and sound on the Fast Five blu-ray are outstanding. One of the best looking and sounding blu-rays ever. Your sound system will get a great workout with fast Five! The picture quality on this is Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC. Video resolution: 1080p, Aspect ratio: 2.35:1, Original aspect ratio: 2.39:1 and the Audio on this Blu-ray is DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1.
The Fast Five`s Blu-ray Bonus Features:
. The big Train Heist
. Reuniting The Team
. A New Set of Wheels
· DOM VS. HOBBS: Watch how the action-packed showdown was shot
· ON SET WITH DIRECTOR JUSTIN LIN: Go behind the scenes of Fast Five with director Justin Lin
· INSIDE THE VAULT CHASE: Learn how they filmed the movie's most dangerous sequence
· TYRESE TV: Go behind the scenes of Fast Five with Tyrese Gibson
You also get a DVD copy and digital copy included on the combo pack with the digital copy expiring 3/13/12
38 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
This is just a great film. It's fun, it's loud, it's got story, and it's got gorgeous girls and amazing cars. That's the recipe for an awesome blockbuster. I'd heard the hype, and had always planned to see it, but I didn't know it would be as good as it was. it was just bada**. I came to Amazon the minute it was over to try and pre-order the Blu-ray--it is that good. Sure, it's cliche a lot of the time, but cliche doesn't have to be a bad thing. If you liked the original film then this is right on par with that--I think it's even better.I can't wait for the 6th one to come out!
51 of 60 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Beware, the extended cut of the movie primarily adds minor content changes; there is one new scene, which is detailed below.
The Extended Cut is slightly over one minute longer than the theatrical cut, most new scenes add just CGI blood, most of the time the blood being barely noticeable.
1) When Zizi's armed thugs attack Toretto's hideout, one of the thugs has his gun turned on himself by Toretto with CGI blood added in.
2) When Hobbs attacks three of Zizi's thugs in the favela shootout, there is re-inserted CGI blood when Hobbs shoots one and knifes the other. The neck breaking of the last thug seems a little more brutal.
3) Hobbs' men fire on Zizi's thugs for a few seconds longer.
4) Slightly extended scene where Tej asks for a duplicate safe.
5) New scene: Discussion by Toretto's crew regarding breaking into the safe and transporting it. They discuss the existence of the bathroom having a ventilation shaft which leads to the garage. This scene then segues to Leo and Santos.
6) Toretto/Hobbs fight scene slightly longer and more brutal.
7) Chato receives a few bloody bullet rounds in the favela ambush scene.
8) Zizi's thugs are gunned down more graphically by Toretto's crew in the favela ambush scene.
The Extended Cut is slightly over one minute longer than the theatrical cut, most new scenes add just CGI blood, most of the time the blood being barely noticeable.
1) When Zizi's armed thugs attack Toretto's hideout, one of the thugs has his gun turned on himself by Toretto with CGI blood added in.
2) When Hobbs attacks three of Zizi's thugs in the favela shootout, there is re-inserted CGI blood when Hobbs shoots one and knifes the other. The neck breaking of the last thug seems a little more brutal.
3) Hobbs' men fire on Zizi's thugs for a few seconds longer.
4) Slightly extended scene where Tej asks for a duplicate safe.
5) New scene: Discussion by Toretto's crew regarding breaking into the safe and transporting it. They discuss the existence of the bathroom having a ventilation shaft which leads to the garage. This scene then segues to Leo and Santos.
6) Toretto/Hobbs fight scene slightly longer and more brutal.
7) Chato receives a few bloody bullet rounds in the favela ambush scene.
8) Zizi's thugs are gunned down more graphically by Toretto's crew in the favela ambush scene.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
ONE OF THE BEST
This is best Fast and the Furious that has been made to date because it has all of the favorites for the original-The Fast and the Furious & 2 Fast 2 Furious not the mention all... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Stephanie A.
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Wow! This movie has it all..great cast and great story...with a special treat - "The Rock"! A great "good bad guys" movie! The only time you are on the side of the thieves...
Published 2 days ago by Plain Jane
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What do i say, well, Vin Diesel, he is the new Arnold! He has been for awile. mind the spellin. You want action VIN is the man! Read more
Published 9 days ago by rwal208
How do you NOT like this movie?
Not really being a fan of action films and only watching the third Fast/Furious movie, I wasn't too stoked about watching this in theaters (Big mistake) and instead only rented it... Read more
Published 9 days ago by I'm right
Why not give Diesel a cape and make him fly
Of course you have to suspend your disbelief to enjoy the films that make up the Fast & Furious franchise. The first four made for an exhilirating theatrical ride. Read more
Published 11 days ago by C.J.P
Best of the series!
This is the best fast and furious movie by far! Awesome stunts, great acting, and plenty of star power, and with number six approching the star power seems to be growing. Read more
Published 14 days ago by movielover
Fast Five DVD/Blu-Ray
Great movie with lots of action. The latest in the Fast and Furious series. Loved fight scenes with the "Rock" and Vin Diesel. Great driving scenes.
Published 14 days ago by Momtomusicianboys
It won me over...
Flat out, the best action and stunt sequences of 2011. Anyone who's unconvinced that this type of movie making isn't its own art form needs to watch closer. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Nick
Pulse-pounding action with some comedic relief
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Published 1 month ago by Danny Yu
fast five
I really love these movies(hopefully they'll make a 6 with Michelle(Letty) back).cool,fast cars great actors, just all 'round great movie.
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