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Summary: LIGHT BUT ENGAGING FANTASY
Review: Neal Oliver is a young man looking for guidance in deciding his own future: should he become the artist he's always dreamed of being--and risk the financial pitfalls that can come with artistic pursuit--or take the safe road his father wants to pave for him and become a lawyer. At his birthday party he wishes to find the answers to his life, and that wish is granted by the mysterious O.W. Grant, who sends him down Interstate 60, an unlisted highway that doesn't officially exist. Along the trip, Neal has a series of mini adventures, each one a parable of the turmoil he faces in his life. The people he meets and the things he does give him the insight he's been looking for. This is a light-hearted and engaging fantasy that makes us all wonder at the choices we make in life and why we make them. It tells us that the answers we seek are all locked inside us; the questions we ask determine if we find those answers. It's a little piece of magic well-executed with a smart script, a good cast, and a knowing director.
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Summary: "I wish for an answer to my life."
Review: Starring James Marsden, Amy Smart, Kurt Russell, Ann-Margaret, Christopher Lloyd, Gary Oldman... and the list goes on. It's even got a cameo with Michael J. Fox in it. If you watch the extras on the DVD you'll understand WHY there are so many famous people in the movie. (Because money-hungry Hollywood studios refused to make the movie unless it had big names in it). Eventually, the movie got made and I'm so glad it did (even if it went straight to DVD). This movie has got a lot more than just famous faces in it. It's got heart and soul and everything in between! The movie is about a guy named Neil Oliver (James Marsden) who makes a wish on his birthday (see title of this review). Little does his know, his wish will soon come true. (enters: Mr. O(ne).W(ish). with the monkey pipe). He starts seeing things that aren't there, like billboards that look blank (or are they?) to everyone but him. He meets a guy who sends him on a job to deliver a package. The package is to be delivered to a place called "Danver"... to which Neil says "It's spelled wrong." The guy (Christopher Lloyd) tells him it's not. His mind is just tricking him to think it's supposed to be denver, not Danver. He tells Neil to take Interstate 60 to get there. But there is no I-60... atleast not on any map. He eventually finds it and thus begins the unforgettable journey of his life. I'll try not to spoil the movie for you too much, but he has many adventures on this trip (a town owned by lawyers, with lawyers work and live there ... a town with a drug called "euphoria" which is legal, but the people who take it get highly addicted and therefore become slaves of the people who don't take the drug, in order to get money to buy the euphoria ... a museum of art fraud, that isn't quite what it seems ... a man with a neverending (black hole) stomach ... a magic eight ball (that's really magical) ... a guy who dispises (with a passion) lying ... love, laughs, fantasy: it's even a movie that makes you think! What more could you ask for? I couldn't ask for anything more. This movie has had a positive impact on my life. How many movies can you say that about? A lot of films that are made today lack a certain depth and quality ... this movie lacks absolutely nothing. Take a ride on Interstate 60, and see for yourself...
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Summary: "I wish for an answer to my life."
Review: Starring James Marsden, Amy Smart, Kurt Russell, Ann-Margaret, Christopher Lloyd, Gary Oldman... and the list goes on. It's even got a cameo with Michael J. Fox in it. If you watch the extras on the DVD you'll understand WHY there are so many famous people in the movie. (Because money-hungry Hollywood studios refused to make the movie unless it had big names in it). Eventually, the movie got made and I'm so glad it did (even if it went straight to DVD). This movie has got a lot more than just famous faces in it. It's got heart and soul and everything in between! The movie is about a guy named Neil Oliver (James Marsden) who makes a wish on his birthday (see title of this review). Little does his know, his wish will soon come true. (enters: Mr. O(ne).W(ish). with the monkey pipe). He starts seeing things that aren't there, like billboards that look blank (or are they?) to everyone but him. He meets a guy who sends him on a job to deliver a package. The package is to be delivered to a place called "Danver"... to which Neil says "It's spelled wrong." The guy (Christopher Lloyd) tells him it's not. His mind is just tricking him to think it's supposed to be denver, not Danver. He tells Neil to take Interstate 60 to get there. But there is no I-60... atleast not on any map. He eventually finds it and thus begins the unforgettable journey of his life. I'll try not to spoil the movie for you too much, but he has many adventures on this trip (a town owned by lawyers, with lawyers work and live there ... a town with a drug called "euphoria" which is legal, but the people who take it get highly addicted and therefore become slaves of the people who don't take the drug, in order to get money to buy the euphoria ... a museum of art fraud, that isn't quite what it seems ... a man with a neverending (black hole) stomach ... a magic eight ball (that's really magical) ... a guy who dispises (with a passion) lying ... love, laughs, fantasy: it's even a movie that makes you think! What more could you ask for? I couldn't ask for anything more. This movie has had a positive impact on my life. How many movies can you say that about? A lot of films that are made today lack a certain depth and quality ... this movie lacks absolutely nothing. Take a ride on Interstate 60, and see for yourself...
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Summary: Get Your Kicks, on Route 60...
Review: Take a pinch of MR. DESTINY and THE FAMILY MAN, add a dash of TWILIGHT ZONE and BACK TO THE FUTURE, throw in a healthy portion of THE WIZARD OF OZ, shake the mix vigorously, and you'll have the recipe for Bob Gale's wonderfully inventive fantasy, INTERSTATE 60, one of the best 'indies' of 2002. A comic American tall tale of half Leprechaun/half Indian O.W. Grant (Gary Oldman, who is totally terrific!) who grants individuals one 'wish', but has a wickedly funny way of fulfilling them literally, and the young man (James Marsden) he takes a liking to, INTERSTATE 60 satirizes truth in advertising, our fixations about sex and justice, 'legalizing' drugs, and the American 'Dream', without ever becoming 'preachy' or boring. The film is as adventurous and unpredictable as the title highway of the film. Marsden is Neal Oliver, a likable 22-year old who dreams of becoming a serious painter, reads comic books, peels his grapefruit, and has visions of a gloriously beautiful fantasy woman (Amy Smart). His girlfriend and father, however, have made different plans for him, involving law school, and a 'prestige' job. While trying to decide his future, Oliver takes an assignment from the mysterious 'Ray' (Christopher Lloyd, making a welcome return to the big screen) to deliver a package to 'Danver, Colorado', via the mysterious Interstate 60. Joined by the likable, if enigmatic Grant, the young man begins a journey that will determine his destiny. With cameos by Michael J. Fox, Kurt Russell, Chris Cooper, and Ann-Margret, INTERSTATE 60 is filled with so many quirky characters and oddball situations that you may want to view it a second time, just to catch things you may have missed, the first time around. This film is a gem, vastly underrated. If you take a chance on it, you may find yourself searching for the 'Red Spades and Black Hearts' in your own life! Definitely a KEEPER!
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Summary: InterState 60 - The Last Frontier
Review: This concept, of some kind of common place alternate universe posing as a road, would be great for a TV series. The idea of the film was that it used total unknowns. I'm confident there are lots of starving actors out there would love an episode of this on their resume. There is no T nor A in this film. Only thing I can think of that gave this film an "R" rating was that one actress used the "F" word many times, properly in context. Maybe that scene could be rewritten and reshot with euphimisms, or completely left out, for a TV viewing audience. The scene wasn't critical to the plot. ...
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Summary: Outstanding film that has been overlooked..
Review: This is no doubt on my top 10 movies of all time, and I'm not kidding. Something about it just stayed with me after seeing it. I've watched it many times since then and it only gets better. The cast is amazing with every character played to perfection. For a "low budget" film to be able to get so many great actors is extraordinary. Don't waste another second and buy this film, or at least rent it. Then you can buy it!
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Summary: One Awesome Movie.
Review: This Movie is AWESOME.I first saw this at the comic-con in san diego back in august 2002.Bob Gale was there an even though it wasnt in a theatre it was one of the best movie experiences ive had in along time.
The movie has alot going for it too.Its a road adventure movie.Every town has a theme and the main charater neil oliver is someone i think alot of people can relate too.
Gary Oldman gives one of his best performances EVER,and thats saying alot from a master actor.
The story for the movies simple,neil wants to be an artist,his dad wants him to be a lawyer.He meets gary oldman in a restraunt while celebrating his b-day {gary oldmans a wish granter named O.W.Grant} and grants neil his wish.This leads him to I60 which takes him on many adventures to different towns and ontop of that he's delievering a package and chasing the girl of his dreams.
All and all I60 is one of the best movies ive seen in along time.Bob Gale and the rest of the world got screwed because they didnt realease this movie world wide.It's certainly a movie that deserves it.
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Summary: Far Better than Expected
Review: This movie was a last resort in the video store. I couldn't find anything I wanted, so I grabbed something that would amuse me, more for its predictability than its originality. However, I couldn't have been more wrong. The plot isn't the point. It's trite and hackneyed, to be honest, but that is truly ireleveant. The movie is about the characters. People who get wishes granted. Unfortunately, they aren't always given the best result. Even that isn't the point. The point is figuring out who and what you are. I found myself glued to the screen. The performances were wonderful. Gary Oldman, James Marsden...they couldn't have been better. Playing his part with wide-eyed innocence, Marsden is magnetically charismatic. You want him to succeed and you want to see what's in store for his character. Oldman's character has an ironic blissfullness one rarely finds on screen. Peppered with outstanding cameos, the movie moves along at a great pace, never lacking for comedy or excitement. You truly become involved in the lives of these characters, a rarity on the screen. I recommend this film to anyone interested in watching a film that makes you laugh and forces you to examine the decisions you've made. It's a great treat not to be missed.
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Summary: Great piece of cinema
Review: This movie was shockingly great, Gary Oldman excels in one his first and only comic roles, and with cameos by Micheal J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and even the Pink Ranger, you can't go wrong. Although the guy form X-Men and Sugar and Spice is the focus of the story, the movie is still worth buying. And Chris if you are reading this...go to bed.
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Summary: Suspend disbelief
Review: This was one of the best movies I've ever seen. I think I bought it because of the price and the plot sounded interesting. What a surprising find! An all-star cast, intelligent dialogue, interesting characters and a bit of magic thrown in. If you ever want a light-hearted, feel-good movie to watch, this is the one.
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