Landspeed is a 2002 American sports drama film directed by Christian McIntire and starring Billy Zane and Ray Wise.
Landspeed | |
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Directed by | Christian McIntire[1] |
Written by | Michael Baldwin[1] |
Starring | |
Cinematography | Todd Barron[1] |
Music by | Rich McHugh[1] |
Running time | 94 minutes |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Set in 1972 in the Nevada desert, the film is about six American racing teams that are trying to surpass the 1,000 miles per hour land speed record.[1][2][3] Landspeed stars Billy Zane and Ray Wise as a father-son duo who are attempting the feat, which comes with a $50 million award. Writing in the Billings Gazette, Jay Bobbin said "that effort is fraught with tension and danger, but the men remain determined to reach their goal".[4]
In a positive review of the film, May Thornton wrote in The Advertiser, "Zane quips and smirks his way through, enjoys a little subplot about childhood sweethearts, but the real stars are the cars, backed with impressive special effects. The final word: Going, going, gone in 90 minutes."[5] VideoHound gave the film 1.5 stars and concluded "It's helpful to forget your knowledge of physics."[1]