The Rewatchables 'Speed' With Bill Simmons, Jason Concepcion, Shea Serrano, and Donnie Kwak
Sep 21, 2017
Bill Simmons is joined by Jason Concepcion, Shea Serrano, and Donnie Kwak to relive the 1994 thriller 'Speed'. They discuss the perfect formula for 'Die Hard' remakes, the improbability of driving fast through L.A. traffic, and break down the film's critical bus jump.
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OJ Chase and Summer Blockbusters
- Speed was released just before the O.J. Simpson chase.
- Its success shifted the summer movie landscape, influencing release dates and the rise of action blockbusters.
Atypical Action Star
- Keanu Reeves stands out as an atypical action star.
- Despite starring in major action films, he isn't typically categorized with Schwarzenegger or Stallone.
Keanu's Career Choices
- After Speed, Keanu Reeves declined Speed 2 to pursue other projects.
- These included Johnny Mnemonic, Devil's Advocate and Feeling Minnesota, none of which reached great success.