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Gran Turismo Movie | First Look and Logo Revealed (Coming August 11, 2023)
supernova8
Banned
I think this is the problem. It's going to get compared to Ford vs Ferrari no matter what, but will inevitably be magnitudes shitter due to it probably having a way smaller production budget. I mean just look at the tiny snippet they showed. I'm getting "well-made above-average fan-made movie" vibes more than anything.
Honestly I don't understand why they're making a Gran Turismo movie lol. There's no "story" to tell unless they're going to show some dude farming the Sunday Cup to save up for his first proper car.
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KXVXII9X
Member
That quickly took a different turn... sure lol
tommib
Member
That would be a day one for me.
Love that they used shots (and sounds) that match the in game camera angles. Nice nod
Plot twist: it's actually GT8.
Orta
Banned
Sorry Lord Playstation.
Coulomb_Barrier
Member
8.5 IMDB score incoming
RoadHazard
Gold Member
I have pretty much zero interest in any movie that has to do with cars racing, but seems alright I guess.
Heisenberg007
Gold Journalism
There's actually a fantastic story here, and that's what they are banking on: a true story of a video gamer who used to play Gran Turismo games at home, decided to become a professional racer, and achieves his dream. He has raced with professionals now on famous tracks like Daytona and Le Mans.
That is a wonderful story and a perfect advert for the Gran Turismo video games too.
BootsLoader
Banned
I hope they don’t overdo in the “romance” aspect, otherwise, I wish them the best!
TrebleShot
Member
Holy Shit, actually looks really good, haha.
mansoor1980
Gold Member
looks to be the total opposite of Fast and furious movies
ManaByte
Member
Yes because this is a Hollywood movie produced by people who don't know what video games are and think they know what eSports are made by the same studio who wanted to make a Spider-Man movie where he was a Snapchatting EDM fan.
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These are the geniuses making a GT movie focusing on eSports.
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Spaceman292
Banned
Did you not notice Orlando Bloom?
FunkMiller
Member
Harbour is a horrible bit of casting for a GT driver. Is he meant to be the team leader? Because his fat ass would drop a tenth every lap.
ManaByte
Member
Based on the footage he looks like an eSports promoter.
FunkMiller
Member
I've just read that he's an ex-driver, who comes out of retirement to train the kid.
Because six foot two, fat ass Americans are famous for driving European GT cars...
This is likely going to be a disaster, written and directed by people who don't understand top level motorsport, given that bit of casting.
Guaranteed we'll get a shot of them changing gears while doing 200 down the Mulsanne Straight
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Puscifer
Member
A guy who loves Gran Turismo so much he became a real race car driver. Supposedly it's true, never looked it up.
Unknown?
Member
Ahhh that'd be like Fast and Furious! Always forgetting they have an extra gear until they're neck and neck.I've just read that he's an ex-driver, who comes out of retirement to train the kid.
Because six foot two, fat ass Americans are famous for driving European GT cars...
This is likely going to be a disaster, written and directed by people who don't understand top level motorsport, given that bit of casting.
Guaranteed we'll get a shot of them changing gears while doing 200 down the Mulsanne Straight
FunkMiller
Member
It's the dumbest shit going. I understand it for a fantasy like Fast & Furious, but if they're wanting to make a film about actual racing, then I hope they don't do stupid shit like that. I'm not going to hold my breath though. I'm sure they'll be finding a higher gear on the straight, or sawing at the wheel going around an apex. All with fat old David Harbour at the wheel
Northeastmonk
Gold Member
I would watch it if it took place inside a coffee shop where all the car experts have come to enjoy car talk over a cup of java. I’d watch that.
This has some “young and dumb” feeling to it. Must be Hollywood’s interpretation of the American gamer.
This has some “young and dumb” feeling to it. Must be Hollywood’s interpretation of the American gamer.
Nemesisuuu
Member
Brought to you by the legendary video game developer Kazunori Tamagotchi.
TheMan
Member
That sounds interesting, although I think Sony already did this? I swear I watched a documentary series of vids on YouTube with this exact premise. If I recall the video gamers mostly ended up sucking or being unable the physical strain
Heisenberg007
Gold Journalism
This story is about just one person though, Jann Mardenborough https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jann_Mardenborough
So they'd not be talking about the failures
just the guy who succeeded.
Fart Knight
Al Pachinko, Konami President
Does Forza Car have a role
DeepEnigma
Gold Member
SebastianM
Member
plot is about the main character waiting months for a specific type of car at a used car dealership
This is what I expected, since it's a story many GT players can relate to.
If this movie is to be made, then this is the perfect story to tell, with it.
Just hope it's good.
DonkeyPunchJr
World’s Biggest Weeb
I asked OpenAI to write the story:
The protagonist, Jack, is a young and successful race car driver who is passionate about veganism, hot yoga, and EDM. He is known for his impressive driving skills and for being a bit of a rebel in the racing world.
Despite his success, Jack struggles with maintaining a healthy work-life balance and often finds himself sacrificing his personal interests for his career.
When Jack's mechanic, a talented woman of color named Sarah, suggests that he take a break from racing to focus on his health and well-being, Jack initially resists. However, after a series of setbacks and injuries, Jack realizes that Sarah may be right and decides to take a break from racing.
During his time off, Jack reconnects with his estranged family and begins to prioritize his personal life. He starts practicing hot yoga regularly and even takes up vegan cooking.
As Jack starts to find balance in his life, he also begins to see the value in Sarah's skills and starts to appreciate her as more than just a mechanic.
When Jack finally returns to racing, he is a changed man. He is more focused and driven, but also more mindful of his health and well-being. With Sarah's help, he is able to win the championship and become the top driver in the world.
In the end, Jack learns that success isn't just about winning races, but also about finding balance and living a fulfilling life.
The protagonist, Jack, is a young and successful race car driver who is passionate about veganism, hot yoga, and EDM. He is known for his impressive driving skills and for being a bit of a rebel in the racing world.
Despite his success, Jack struggles with maintaining a healthy work-life balance and often finds himself sacrificing his personal interests for his career.
When Jack's mechanic, a talented woman of color named Sarah, suggests that he take a break from racing to focus on his health and well-being, Jack initially resists. However, after a series of setbacks and injuries, Jack realizes that Sarah may be right and decides to take a break from racing.
During his time off, Jack reconnects with his estranged family and begins to prioritize his personal life. He starts practicing hot yoga regularly and even takes up vegan cooking.
As Jack starts to find balance in his life, he also begins to see the value in Sarah's skills and starts to appreciate her as more than just a mechanic.
When Jack finally returns to racing, he is a changed man. He is more focused and driven, but also more mindful of his health and well-being. With Sarah's help, he is able to win the championship and become the top driver in the world.
In the end, Jack learns that success isn't just about winning races, but also about finding balance and living a fulfilling life.
Can you share with us what you believe would be a better story to tell for a GT movie designed to be seen in theaters?
TexMex
Member
No, I’m not a creative. I’m the consumer. I think that this looks bad and is a dumb idea for a movie. If I had a better idea, I would be writing movies for a living.
This comment is like when someone is critical of a pro athlete after a game, there’s always that one guy who says something like “yeah well YOU couldn’t do better!!” Well, yeah, no fucking shit dingus. I can barely run 2 miles without being out of breath. That doesn’t mean they had a good game though.
Heimdall_Xtreme
Jim Ryan Fanclub's #1 Member
Off voice: Since I was little, I have always wanted to be a racing driver, video games have taught me to follow my unattainable goals.
Now that I am a pilot, I will continue giving my best effort.
And this is not my destiny, it is not my life.
Amber: What is it then honey?
Orlando:
Orlando: It's my Gran Turismo...
Public in the cinema:
DAMN!!!! WHAT A AWFUL LINE
alucard0712_rus
Member
You saw the film?
It's made because they can and Kaz wanted it. What's wrong about that?
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Fart Knight
Al Pachinko, Konami President
TexMex
Member
You don’t have to see the film to make reasonable assumptions at this point.
ManaByte
isnt saying something without grounds. We have 30 years of video game adaptations that range from unwatchable at worst to mediocre at best. All of this junk should be met with a healthy dose of skepticism at this point, they spent decades earning it.
DeepEnigma
Gold Member
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ManaByte
Member
You don’t have to see the film to make reasonable assumptions at this point.
1. I love Bloomkamp and love 2/3 of his movies. I will forever be mad at Ridley Scott for killing Blomkamp's Aliens sequel.
2. I do not trust modern Hollywood to make a non-cringe movie focusing on eSports.
DeepEnigma
Gold Member
This, I agree. Hopefully it has a more serious tone.
Hawking Radiation
Member
I've just read that he's an ex-driver, who comes out of retirement to train the kid.
Because six foot two, fat ass Americans are famous for driving European GT cars...
This is likely going to be a disaster, written and directed by people who don't understand top level motorsport, given that bit of casting.
Guaranteed we'll get a shot of them changing gears while doing 200 down the Mulsanne Straight
Fuck man, are you always this negative when it comes to anything related to movies? I've noticed this in the Avatar and DCEU threads too.
Neogaf is the one site where I consistently see people wanting things to fail. Its fucking bizarre.
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DeepEnigma
Gold Member
Tell me you never watched drivers and teams of some IMSA Gr3 and Gr4 races, without telling me. Because I see a lot of middle-aged stout dad bods with FU money racing and winning in them. And a lot are Canadian and American as well.I've just read that he's an ex-driver, who comes out of retirement to train the kid.
Because six foot two, fat ass Americans are famous for driving European GT cars...
This is likely going to be a disaster, written and directed by people who don't understand top level motorsport, given that bit of casting.
Guaranteed we'll get a shot of them changing gears while doing 200 down the Mulsanne Straight
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EverydayBeast
thinks Halo Infinite is a new graphical benchmark
I keep away from gaming movies they’re going through a phase.
FunkMiller
Member
FunkMiller
Member
I‘m positive about good movies. This year The Batman, Top Gun, Everthing Everywhere…
What you’re actually mad about is me not liking stuff that you do.
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