Review: Supercross: The Movie (*)

SUPERCROSS: THE MOVIE
A film review by Steve Rhodes

Copyright 2005 Steve Rhodes



RATING (0 TO ****): *



Late night television is filled with infomercials, which we've all become
used to. And, in the theaters, we've reluctantly come to expect pre-show
"entertainment" of similar commercials masquerading as something more than
merely ads. But we're not used to the movie's themselves becoming little
more than infomercials. Sure, we're no longer surprised by extensive use of
product placement, but we expect our movies to have actors in stories we
care about, not just people there to promote something.



For those who like motorcross racing, I'd suggest that they watch it on
ESPN. But if you feel the need to see it on the big screen, SUPERCROSS: THE
MOVIE is exactly what you want. Sure, every now and then the action will
stop, and they'll cut to guys saying snappy things like, "Hey Dude, you
better watch your back tonight!" but you can safely ignore this pointless
prattle. Neither you nor the filmmakers are the least interested what
happens off the track. It's only when the motorbikes are loudly humming
that the movie possesses anything worth seeing.



If you're not a dyed-in-the-wool motorcross fan, you're going to be bored
stiff.



SUPERCROSS: THE MOVIE runs a long 1:32. It is rated PG-13 for "language and
some sexuality" and would be acceptable for kids around 9 and up.



The film is playing in nationwide release now in the United States. In the
Silicon Valley, it is showing at the AMC theaters, the Century theaters and
the Camera Cinemas.



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