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Justin Lin has started filming "Fast Five," the fifth installment in the popular "Fast & Furious" series, and actor Tyrese Gibson has posted some set photos from the shoot on his Twitter page. See above/below.
The film, also starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne Johnson and Charisma Carpenter, is set for release June 10, 2011. Oh, and "Fast Five" follows Diesel and Walker as fugitives pursued by cops.
Vin Diesel already hinted at it via Facebook back in January: Universal is definitely moving forward with a fifth "Fast & Furious" flick, and the way it looks, we will see it on the big screen next year already.
Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, director Justin Lin and producer Neal H. Moritz will all return for the fifth installment in the series, which is tentatively titled "Fast Five." Chris Morgan ("Wanted") is writing the script.
The story? Well, according to Variety, "Fast Five" follows Diesel and Walker as fugitives pursued by ruthless cops. I think I've heard that one before, in one way or another. Shooting will begin later this year.
Justin Lin has boarded Summit's upcoming remake of "Highlander," which Neal H. Moritz will produce. Lin most recently directed the successful "Fast & Furious" reboot, which bagged $155 million domestically.
The new "Highlander" will be an updated version of Russell Mulcahy's 1986 action flick, which starred Sean Connery, Clancy Brown, Roxanne Hart and Christopher Lambert. Summit plans to launch a new franchise.
Seen on: April 3, 2009
The players: Director: Justin Lin, Writer: Chris Morgan, Cast: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, John Ortiz, Gal Gadot
Facts of interest: Lin also directed "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift."
The plot: Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) reteam to infiltrate the operations of a ruthless drug lord.
Our quick thoughts: Vin Diesel and Paul Walker re-team on the big screen in Justin Lin’s “Fast & Furious,” and while this fourth installment in the popular series is not exactly as much fun as the first film, it certainly does deliver a handful of vibrant, over-the-top sequences that will undoubtedly entertain die-hard fans and admirers of pimped rides.
Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster re-team in Justin Lin's latest "Fast & Furious" sequel, in which lead characters Dominic Toretto and Brian O'Conner infiltrate the operation of a ruthless heroin importer. Here's what the Web's critics have to say:
• Ron Henriques at LatinoReview: "That's really what this franchise is all about, visual thrills. Whether it be fast cars or girls making out, if that's your pleasure 'Fast & Furious' certainly delivers."
• RopeOfSilicon's Brad Brevet: "This film is in no way a masterpiece, but it sure was a lot of fun."
• Joblo's JimmyO: "If you are a fan, I think there is absolutely some good fun to be had. Don’t expect to care too much about the plot or anything else for that matter."
• Josh Tyler at Cinema Blend: "I’d rather spend a night in the slammer than sit through this again."
• Collider's Matt Goldberg: "But even for us laypeople who just like fast cars and big wrecks (without the grim reminders of car accident deaths), the film doesn't offer much."
This week, we're only looking at two wide releases: Greg Mottola's comedy "Adventureland" with Jesse Eisenberg, Ryan Reynolds, Kristen Stewart and Bill Hader, and Justin Lin's "Fast & Furious," starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster:
FAST & FURIOUS
Synopsis: When a crime brings them back to L.A., fugitive ex-con Dom Toretto reignites his feud with agent Brian O'Conner. But as they are forced to confront a shared enemy, Dom and Brian must give in to an uncertain new trust if they hope to outmanuever him. And from convoy heists to precision tunnel crawls across international lines, two men will find the best way to get revenge: push the limits of what's possible behind the wheel.
First thoughts: I enjoyed "The Fast and the Furious," but I wasn't at all impressed by "2 Fast 2 Furious." I haven't even seen "Tokyo Drift." Anyway, the return of the original cast does souns appealing, and I am really interested to see whether Walker and Diesel can steer this franchise back into the right direction.
Two brand-new television spots for Justin Lin's upcoming "Fast & Furious" surfaced online today, and you can check them out after the jump.
As you can see, these spots feature a bit of new footage as well. When a crime brings them back to L.A., fugitive ex-con Dom Toretto (Diesel) reignites his feud with agent Brian O'Conner (Walker).
But as they are forced to confront a shared enemy, Dom and Brian must give in to an uncertain new trust if they hope to outmanuever him.
And from convoy heists to precision tunnel crawls across international lines, two men will find the best way to get revenge: push the limits of what's possible behind the wheel.
Fasten your seat belts, folks. "Fast & Furious" will roll into theaters April 3, 2009.
MySpaceTV today posted the first trailer for Justin Lin's upcoming action spectacle "Fast and Furious," in which Vin Diesel and Paul Walker team up to infiltrate the operation of a ruthless heroin importer. Also returning are Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster and Sung Kang. You can check out the captivating trailer above. The film hits theaters June 5, 2009. Enjoy.
Franck Tabouring