The stars are NOT the cars in this one.

Rating: 2/10 (8 June 2013)

So when this entry skips the cars for the sake of an ensemble cast/heist movie, it does detract from the experience. There was only the opening and climax with any noteworthy driving sequences! No street races for titles or anything like that. Okay, then there's that whole eclectic ensemble of F&F stars who come together as a motley crew of thieving bastards. But now, the gang fancy themselves as neo-Robin Hoods. Whereas before, they were out for theirs. They still are, but now they need a contrast to frame themselves in a better light. Finally, the "climax" ? I don't think two Chargers, even with two 6.1 Hemis and even a 7.17:1 axle ratio, could heft a vault with the ease they expect us to believe. All in all ? The worst F&F entry in the series. Especially considering the cast and what Lin had to work with.
Something else, why did Diesel skip starring in the second and third ? Did his "career" not blossom as expected ? Is he trying to reignite that fire that did wonders for him 12 years ago with the original ? I'm inclined to believe so. Watch this film at your dismay. If you're expecting a lot of action around cars ?, be ready for sorrow. I'll 2nd the motion for a do-over.