The Fast and the Furious

Plot synopsis:
In the opening scene, a helmeted racer leads a gang of stunt drivers who hijack a shipment of electronics from a moving truck.Brian O'Conner (Brian Walker) is an undercover police officer, driving supercharged cars and trying to infiltrate Dominic Toretto's (Vin Diesel) gang, who are suspects in the robberies. He first visits Dominic's cafe, where he makes conversation with Dominic's younger sister, Mia (Jordana Brewster) and tries to make inroads with the gang by selling performance equipment. Vince (Matt Schulze) is jealous, and a fight breaks out. His girlfriend Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) begs Dom to break it up, who does so, threatening to get Brian fired.That night, racers gather for street racing. Brian meets Hector (Noel Gugliemi), and they wait for Dom. Brian offers his car in a bet, and Dom's tech Jesse (Chad Lindberg) checks his car out. The spectators line the streets, lighting the way. Brian and Dom race with Johnny Tran (Rick Yune) and Edwin (Ja Rule). Dom wins, showing Brian superior driving and timing. The racers pick up a police alert on the scanner, and everyone flees. Dom parks his car and flees on foot, and Brian helps him escape. Dom has researched Brian (getting his cover story), but as they chat, they are surrounded by uzi-wielding Chinese bikers, who escort them to an empty lot. The leader of this gang, Johnny Tran, admires Brian's car and refers to a race in the desert next month. He and his goons shoot up Brian's car, which explodes from the NOS (Nitrous Oxide) on board.Back at Dom's house, a party is in progress. Dom yells at his gang, saying Brian was the only one to help him. Vince is upset that Brian is back, and Mia breaks up with him.The next day Brian's boss, Sgt. Tanner (Ted Levine), briefs Brian. Truckers are getting nervous about the robberies, and the FBI are now involved. They keep hearing about modified Honda Civics in the robberies. Brian brings Dom a wrecked Toyota Supra with a powerful engine, and starts working in Dom's garage. Vince continues to be angry with Dom's friendship with Brian, and Mia teases him.The next day, Hector buys parts for Honda Civics from Brian, and Brian gets suspicious. He breaks into Hector's garage, but Vince and Dom have followed him. Brian convinces them he's spying on the competition for Race Wars next month. Vince is suspicious, but Dom thinks it's a good idea, and they break into Tran's garage. Brian spots possible stolen goods. Tran and his goons arrive, and Dom, Brian and Vince watch as they torture local fence Ted (Beau Holden) about stolen engines.Brian tells the FBI, but wants to resist moving in on Tran until they have more evidence. His boss thinks he's too soft on Torretto; that Brian is going "native".The next day, Dom takes Brian into confidence and shows off his supercharged 1970 Dodge Charger, one he never drives. Dom says it has too much power.Over dinner, Brian and Mia talk about Dom, then Mia shows off her driving skills. At the same time, another robbery is in progress, and Brian gets a call from his boss that they are moving in on Tran in the morning. The raid goes off with Brian wearing a hood (to avoid recognition), but Tran's gang gets out for lack of evidence - the suspicious goods were purchased. Sgt. Tanner cautions Brian about falling for Mia, and tells him Dominic is the next suspect.The next day, Brian and Dom take the rebuilt Supra for a spin, and smoke a Ferrari. Over lunch, Brian asks to get in on Dom's next job, but Dom wants to see how Brian does at Race Wars first.In the middle of the desert, Race Wars begins. Letty wins, but Jesse loses his car to Tran and refuses to pay. Tran accuses Dom of being an informer as a result of the police raid on his place the day before, and a fight breaks out.That night, Mia is upset with Dom, who is obviously going on another robbery (revealing that Dom and his gang really are the hijackers that Brian is trying to nail all along). Brian confesses that he's a cop, and asks Mia to help him warn Dom about the truckers arming themselves and the FBI operations. Brian calls for a trace of Dom's cell phone. Letty is nervous about the upcoming job, but they go ahead with it.At the climax, Dom and his gang don their masks and cars and set out for another hijacking job. The robbery begins to go wrong when Vince jumps on the truck, but is shot at by the trucker. Letty crashes her car, and Leon (Johnny Strong) rescues her. Brian arrives on the scene and risks his life to save Vince as the trucker reloads his shotgun. Dom arrives and hears Brian calling for a medical helicopter, identifying himself as a cop. Dom is stunned, but Vince is the first priority. After Vince is stabilized, Dom storms off with Mia following.Back at Dom's house, Brain confronts Dom. Jesse returns, and Tran shoots him in a drive-by. Brian gives chase, and Dom gets in the Charger to pursue as well. Dom stops in front of one of the motorcycles, sending the goon into a field, and Brian shoots Tran. Brian sees Dom fleeing, and pursues in the Supra. They race, and Dom's car begins destroys itself from the massive torque in the motor. They finish the race, but Dom hits a truck pulling out from a side street. The Charger is wrecked, and Dom is injured. As the police sirens are heard in the distance, Brian gives Dom his car and Dom escapes.

Tags: comedy, boring, murder, stupid, cult, violence, action

Review:
I am saying The Fast and the Furious is better than 2,3 and even 7 so the film is pretty good.Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster did a terrific job playing their characters.With these players set in motion, it's up to the script to deliver the real substance of the movie.
With intense full-throttle action, awesome high-speed stunts, and full-on pedal to the metal intensity, this fast and furious assault puts you in the driver's seat and dares you to exceed all limits.Los Angeles police officer Brian O'Connor must decide where his loyalties really lie when he becomes enamored with the street racing world he has been sent undercover to destroy.It don't matter if you win by an inch or a mile.
The Fast and the Furious is a gritty and gratifying cheap thrill, Rob Cohen's high-octane hot-car is a true rarity these days, a really good exploitation, the sort of thing that would rule at drive-ins if they still existed.
The Fast and the Furious is a good Action movie.
In the movie, the line between good and bad becomes blurred to the point that, by the end, it matters not which side of the law the characters call home.I love this film to death!
Well isn't it?F&F doesn't contain any machinations similar to a film like Mission Impossible and it doesn't dazzle us with special effects of impending doom like Armageddon did, but it takes us into a world where people live life "a quarter of a mile at a time."  Vin Diesel plays Dominic Toretto, a massive, bald mechanic that owns a garage but street races on the side to make some extra cash.
It stars Paul Walker as an undercover cop who infiltrates the street racing underworld of LA to catch a crook who has been hijacking millions of dollars worth of electronics from 18wheelers, causing the truckers to take matters into their own hands, ultimately ending in deaths and multitudes of money stolen.
Now, you would think that because of the semi weak plot, this movie wouldn't be that good, however, the main storyline is just a small part of this movie, the other elements being action and some interesting relationships regarding vin diesels character.
Besides the many races, there is also some gunplay and some hand to hand fighting, and some interesting hijacking sequences.All in all the cars are hot, the girls are hotter, the cars are fast, the guns are loaded, and for the more serious, the relationship between Dom, Mia, Vince, Letty, and the others is amazing.If you haven't seen this movie, rent it tonight.
An action movie with a some-what plot, hot babes, fast cars, great action and a meet-expectations..
The Fast and the Furious is probably the first movie to get me into cars while at the same time enjoying myself without having to worry about a plot.Paul Walker plays Brian O'Conner, a hot shot police officer, who goes undercover as a car junkie Brian Spilner to see if a local street racer/mechanic by the name of Dominic Toretto (Vin Diseal) has anything to do with hijacking a bunch of cargo from DVD's, TV's, entertainment sets, and so forth while at the same time falling head over heels for Dominic's sister Mia (Jordana Brewster).
Brian comes so close while at the same time gaining trust to the target (Dominic) itself where it's only a matter of time before the truth comes out.The film itself has the best action sequences involving street racing and high octane action where despite a so-so plot to follow, or one that's been seen before (such as Point Break), you don't have to worry about a thing.
I'm not sure if the filmmakers intentionally had the goal of "so bad it's good" but the cast and crew have made this into one of the best unintentionally funny films of all time.I urge each living soul to witness this magnificent work of art with an open mind and sense of humor.
Great story, not just another Gone in Sixty Seconds where all they did was steal cars, there actually weren't very many race scenes as you might expect, but every shot is filled with cars, and lots of them.
Whether it's Vin Diesel pouting or Paul Walker being heroic, the results are same: nonstop action, intense dialog, and interesting characters, all of which together produce great entertainment.
Awesome Movie.The best of the Fast and furious collection in my opinion.The best thing is watching the whole collection and then returning back to the first one , that is when you really truly appreciate it for what it is..Seeing Paul walker,Vin diesel and all the other actors together really puts a smile on your face.
Great actors, full of action and lots of awesome cars but not the greatest movie according to me, just a great movie that is entertaining to watch is all I can say really..
The Fast and the Furious glorified street racing and made the Honda Civic and the other cars featured in the film must buys for teenage boys across America.
The Fast And The Furious is a great movie with a pretty good storyline and a cast that stay interested in their characters from start to finish,and some great car chasing scenes.This movie is the first Fast And Furious movie,and it is still going today,it is a very hit and miss film series,but the fifth is definitely the best one yet,and everyone has very high hopes for the sixth.Vin Diesel is the breakout character in this,he plays his character Dominic with great passion from start to finish,its hard to believe they did the second and third without him (with the exception of a brief appearance in Tokyo Drift).Fans of action movies and cars will get a great kick out of this movie.An undercover cop gets involved with a gang of street racers in LA in order to bust a hijacking ring,but he soon becomes close friends with the racers..
The only other series doing that kind of productivity with different directors on basically a once every 2 year rate is the James Bond series.Vin Diesel who outside of his other series Riddick movies generally puts out mediocre to bad performances was basically made to play the role of Dominic Torretto.
But somehow when these 2 guys get together in a movie about driving fast cars with hot girls it turns into a guilty pleasure..
Maybe it's the heart and the whole leave-no-man-behind theme that rocks around throughout this film, especially in the last half-hour.Most people only don't like this movie because of it's absence of a plot.
Overall the movie was very enjoyable, great racing, cool cars with a touch of action and humour..
Finally I just want to point out that I am no movie critic or someone who studied in order to criticize a movie, I am simply an average Joe that likes to see all kinds of movies but, specially action movies been The Fast and the Furious my favorite movie of all times.
With The Fast and the Furious, director Rob Cohen seeks to capture and thrill the audience with a booming soundtrack and non-stop action, and he seems to have succeeded.The film follows officer Brian O'Connor as he infiltrates a street-racing gang in order to capture the drivers of the three enigmatic Hondas, which have been terrorizing truck drivers in Los Angeles.
Featuring three races and four equally spectacular action sequences, the movie delivers fast and furious action from beginning to end.
Accompanied by a rocking soundtrack, the action sequences are put together by flawless editing and elaborate stunts, effectively creating a maddening adrenaline rush in any viewer.A long time producer and Harvard graduate, Cohen has achieved success a director, with movies such as Dragonheart, The Skulls, Daylight, Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story (which he also wrote and starred in) and several episodes of the series Miami Vice.
Vin Diesel plays his role extremely well in this film as well as Paul Walker (Brian Spilner) who acts as an undercover cop trying to bust Dominic and his street racing gang.
This movie also has some of the best cars and probably the most cars I've seen in a street racing film.
I loved the fast cars, the high speed adrenalin, and some good lookin women.
OK, Fast and the Furious might not be the earth shattering movie of the summer, but...for car people, there is a new kid in town.
The movie is as the preview shows, a lot of great car chase scenes held together by a loose form of a plot.
Well firstly before you dare to watch this film you must be one of these three types of people to be able to sit and watch this film (in my opinion) 1)A person who knows fast cars, 2)A person who likes to see these cars, and 3)A person who knows why you race them.If you aren't one of these people and just want to watch Vin and Paul in action then I'm afraid to tell you that you won't do this film any justice (although they are great in this film).
The Fast and the Furious (2001)*** (out of 4)Brainless but entertaining action film about cop Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) who goes undercover to get inside the street racing crowd so that he can try to bring down a group hijacking semi trucks.
That's not to say this is a bad thing because there's no question that the film remains entertaining as a pure action movie as we're given some likable characters as well as some great racing scenes.
I think most people are going to be coming to this thing for the fast cars and the various chases and this here is where the film won't let you down.
Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) wants to join the family of the head of California street racing (Vin Diesel)...but why?The plot is comic book level; the dialogue is very VERY bad...but who really cares?
This is a throwback of those dumb 1970s drive-in movies...it's for people who like loud, fast films filled with mindless action, attractive women, cars...and nothing else.
With a simple minded plot,  some pretty awful acting by just about everyone (Diesel excepted), and the usual Hollywood excesses pushing the PG-13 envelope, "The Fast..." gets off on high octane street racing.
Vin diesel (Dominique) and Paul walker (Brian spillner) did a wonderful job working together on this film.
This movie is filled with what guys want to see; Hot and fast tricked out cars, beautiful women, and kick ass action sequences.
The cars are fast the action is furious and that's why this movie rocks..
The surprisingly humble beginnings (by comparison) of what is now a six film series, The Fast and the Furious was a hit for bringing a new lease of life to the racing film.An undercover cop, Brian O'Conner, must discover who is to blame for goods trucks being hi-jacked and stolen by drivers in high performance street cars.
Brian falls for Dominic's sister, Mia, in the process and threatens his investigation and his life.The film is quite a brainless piece of entertainment, its story is predictable, it follows an undercover cop who starts to sympathize with his targets, and the characters are written spontaneously to fit the demands of the plot.
A film about fast cars, undercover cops, and highway robbery should provide limited, perhaps dimwitted thrills, but Cohen's colorful and swift-paced action outing provides such likable characters, slick stunts, and buoyant spirit that the whole affair elevates itself to the highest levels of lively, well-assembled fun.
Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster, Chad Lindberg, and Michelle Rodriguez form the family unit the inspires the film's themes and emotions.
To do this, he must get to know the chief suspect, Dominic Torretto (a stellar performance by the magnificent Vin Diesel) and his group of street racers who buy Japanese cars and spend thousands of dollars converting them into racing machines.
The film is very well acted, particularly by Vin Diesel, who manages to portray the two sided character of the carefree street-racer with the responsible older brother who looks out for Mia and the rest of his team.
Fun, Fast and Fantastic one of the best car movies!.
Turbo sexy cars, great women, fantastic action, and a good strong story, and good acting with Vin Diesel who is awesom and perfect for and in this film, Paul Walker with a really good character for the part and who is very good in this.
Even for people who aren't into street racing, they will still enjoy this movie!Paul Walker plays an undercover cop looking into the life of street racers.
An Gen-Y action movie starring cars, Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, and more cars.
The Fast and the Furious is a good movie about cars.
Maybe you guys should try watching the movie for the cars, the excitement, and the people...not for a stupid plot.
Lots of cars, lots of people and an all around good plot.Summary: Brian works undercover to find out who has been hijacking a bunch of trucks, that carry around a lot of expensive stuff in them, which draws him to Dom and his crew, who build cars and race them at night with others.I'm rating this movie 8/10.
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker are great in this movie..
This movie is recommended for people who like cars and action and for teenagers who are a big fan of Vin Diesel..
He has proved himself definite action movie material in this film along with xXx. Paul Walker is convincing as good guy/undercover cop Brian in this film.
This movie is the best way to show that the work of a good stundteam can help to make a movie with bad story a good movie!I buyed this movie on dvd because i love fast car's!
Apart from the fact of Paul walker and Vin Diesel being absolute hotties, a hot soundtrack and above all the craziness of the cars themselves.The fast and the furious portrays an action packed movie all about street racing and racing machines.
This film works well, the stunts are awesome and the acting is superb...i will watch my DVD time and time again :) I hope the SEQUEL is as good even tho Vin Diesel isn't cast into it :(.
I just wanted to say that THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS is the BEST movie i have ever saw in my life!I have the dvd and i watched EVERY single part of it...Deleted scenes, bonus material, everything..And ive watched it 33 times now...Im OBSESSED with cars and car clubs and this movie.Its got great actors,lots of action that left me at the edge of my seat, great stunt choreography and it covers all details that are needed to know in order to understand the movie.
I also think that the end of the movie sets up beautifully for a FAST AND THE FURIOUS part 2.Because it doesnt tell u wat happens to Leon,Letty,Vince,Dom,Brian or Jesse..I think anyone who has anything bad to say about this movie should get punched in the face just like Dom did to Johnny Tren!BY the way i'd pick half those car's from the movie over any girl any day!!!.
Acting, i thought vin diesel was good, however paul walker sucked.
Great movie with the best car racing ever..
Perfect casting of Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, and the rest of the street racers helps this incredible car racing movie to soar.
The movie does have a plot, and the car racing scenes top any ever made before them.
I have to say that im a definite movie buff, but fast cars, action sequences, macho cops, girls in skin tight clothes coupled with brainless actors dont appeal to me.
The cars rocked, the guys were hot, and everything was laid out perfectly.The cast was awesome, Vin Diesel played a good roll, and so did Paul Walker.
The actors were awesome and I loved the cars and the street racing.
I thought this movie was awesome, I love hott cars and hott guys there a perfect combination, not to mention that paul walker is such a hottie!I thought it was really good, it keeps you on the edge of ur seat!
The stunt and race sequences were excellent and the actors all played their parts like i would expect the characters to act in the real world.You might think that this is solely a bloke flick, but even if your not car crazy like myself, there's enough else happening during the movie to keep you watching intensely, as was proven by the fact that it kept the attention of my girlfriend and 2 of her female friends from start to finish.Over all a fantastic movie, combining all the best parts of male life: Beautiful Motors, Beautiful Women, Violence and Money.Truly Awesome; rent or buy it ASAP..
When i watched the fast and the furious i thought it was the best movie i've ever seen.
It's like saying, "Airplane" was dumb because the characters were poorly developed and shallow, and the plot was unrealistic."The Fast and the Furious" is a great summer, action flick.
Well, to be honest, I thought the plot was quite GOOD, given that all they had to work with was the theme of "street racing."  I didn't think the acting was all that bad.
And Vin Diesel carries out his task with an awesome performance.Paul Walker is another great American actor, very handsome, who plays a good-guy who is loyal first and foremost to his buddies.
As for the cars themselves, the only truly memorable one is Dom's classic Charger, which plays heavily into his back story.Family: Again, this movie is strangely best when people are talking, and not racing.
But it's the Vin Diesel presence and Paul Walker pretty boy looks that provide the heart of this movie.
i thought the fast and the furious was the best movie i have ever seen!