Rush Hour (New Line Platinum Series)
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Actor: Jackie Chan, Ken Leung, Robert Littman, Tom Wilkinson, Tzi MaBrand: Ingram
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Subtitled); English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 2.35:1
Running Time: 98 minutes
DVD Release Date: 1999-03-02
Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: New Line Home Video
Movie Reviews of Rush Hour (New Line Platinum Series)
Movie Review: Wonderful performance by the charming Chan
Summary: 5 Stars
Jackie Chan has come to America and scored a huge hit, thanks to his undeniable charm, daring athleticism, and deft physical comedy. The movie's plot may not be much, but the pairing of Chan and Tucker is definitely worth watching. Tucker is a little one-note and shrill some of the time, and his "I want to be Eddie Murphy" routine(there are some scenes, like the one with the stewardess, where he copies Eddie's speech patterns and mannerisms down to a 'T'), wears a little thin towards the end. However, he does provide good energy and some genuine laughs, and acts as a good motormouth counterpoint to Chan, who hasn't yet mastered English. Not that we can blame Jackie for that. He speaks five languages - I certainly don't speak Chinese, and have taken French for 3 years, but can't really speak it either, and English is the hardest language in the world to learn, blowing away the English to French or Spanish transition by a long shot. It's just SO hard. Chan speaks more with his expressive face and body language, and wonderfully brilliant ballet-like choreography. There's never been an equal when it comes to a fight scene, and his production numbers often rival the best of Fred Astaire or Gene Kelly. It's pure grace. Chan isn't allowed to cut loose here - he's made many films with much more in the way of fantastic choreography and jaw-dropping stunts(such as Drunken Master II), but what he gives us here still blows away any other action star you can name. His timing with physical comedy is also among the best in the business. The language barrier aside, Chan is one of the most talented all around performers ever, and watching him on screen is a joy. The American production values and English language of this film served to open it up to a wider audience, which Chan definitely deserves. Hopefully he'll have the power now to make Hollywood Blockbusters with more of the trademark Jackie elements in them. David
Summary of Rush Hour (New Line Platinum Series)
Jackie chan and chris tucker mix punches and punchlines in this hilarious action-comedy. Culture clash and tempers flare as these two cops from different worlds quickly discover one thing in common: they cant stand each other. With time running out they must join forces to catch the criminals. Studio: Ingram Entertainment Release Date: 11/14/2006 Starring: Jackie Chan Chris Tucker Run time: 97 minutes Rating: Pg13 Director: Brett RatnerThe plot line may sound familiar: Two mismatched cops are assigned as reluctant partners to solve a crime. Culturally they are complete opposites, and they quickly realize they can't stand each other. One (Jackie Chan) believes in doing things by the book. He is a man with integrity and nerves of steel. The other (Chris Tucker) is an amiable rebel who can't stand authority figures. He's a man who has to do everything on his own, much to the displeasure of his superior officer, who in turn thinks this cop is a loose cannon but tolerates him because he gets the job done. Directed by Brett Ratner, Rush Hour doesn't break any new ground in terms of story, stunts, or direction. It rehashes just about every "buddy" movie ever made--in fact, it makes films such as Tango and Cash seem utterly original and clever by comparison. So, why did this uninspired movie make over $120 million at the box office? Was the whole world suffering from temporary insanity? Hardly. The explanation for the success of Rush Hour is quite simple: chemistry. The casting of veteran action maestro Jackie Chan with the charming and often hilarious Chris Tucker was a serendipitous stroke of genius. Fans of Jackie Chan may be slightly disappointed by the lack of action set pieces that emphasize his kung-fu craft. On the other hand, those who know the history of this seasoned Hong Kong actor will be able to appreciate that Rush Hour was the mainstream breakthrough that Chan had deserved for years. Coupled with the charismatic scene-stealer Tucker, Chan gets to flex his comic muscles to great effect. From their first scenes together to the trademark Chan outtakes during the end credits, their ability to play off of one another is a joy to behold, and this mischievous interaction is what saves the film from slipping into the depths of pitiful mediocrity. --Jeremy Storey
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