Cast
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Georg Sulzer
as David Michele
Maya Lauterbach
as Luca Michele
Samuel Jakob
as Robin Veit Acht
Klara Merkel
as Kiki Lilou
Emilio Sakraya
as Naik I. Dadidas
Tom Hoßbach
as Weber die Spinne
Nick Romeo Reimann
as Hell GTI
Heiner Lauterbach
as Rasmus V. Acht
Christoph Maria Herbst
as Kommissar Habicht
Adam Bousdoukos
as Angelo Michele
Mina Tander
as Andalee Schrott
Ilja Richter
as Talentscout
Christian Tramitz
as Vorgesetzter von Kommissar Habicht
Paul Alhäuser
as Da Vinci
Janina Fautz
as Liv
Crew
Director
- Joachim Masannek
Writer
- Joachim Masannek
Producer
- Christian Becker
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Adventure/Action/Family film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, V8 - Start Your Engines distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Joachim Masannek brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2013, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of V8 - Start Your Engines took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $6.3 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 106 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 137 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 26, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 46m
- Budget: $6,314,256
- Revenue: $1,614,831