Days of Thunder

Producer review

Positive

In the discussion (7)
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  • The producer praises the film’s American spectacle, music, and presentation after watching it for the first time. — Chris Ryan
  • The producer argues the movie should be longer because character setup and crash aftermath feel abruptly cut. — Chris Ryan
  • The final freeze-frame race between Harry and Cole is praised.
  • Cole's unpunished post-race collision with Russ is flagged as an extreme rules violation. — Chris Ryan
  • The absence of contemporary ESPN or SportsCenter coverage is identified as a missed opportunity. — Bill Simmons
  • The film is praised as an ideal movie to have playing in a bar. — Bill Simmons
  • The producer says younger viewers may have missed Cruise's early work and prefers the young Cruise persona. — Chris Ryan