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Rush Hour was a surprise hit at the box-office, making over $250 million worldwide. Itís easy to see why. Itís a fast-paced action comedy, based on the ëbuddyí format seen in films such as Tango and Cash. The reason that Rush Hour is set above the rest is the screen magic between Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. The one-liners pour in thick and fast as Chan and Tucker exchange quips constantly. Itís this chemistry that pushes the film into big dollar-earning status.
The plot follows a Chinese diplomat who is re-assigned to the USA after the Hong-Kong takeover. Just before he leaves, his top detective, Lee(Chan), smashes the local crime-lord, Juntao, and his operation. The identity of Juntao remains a mystery, although itís not hard to guess who it is. Juntao strikes again, kidnapping the diplomatís daughter and demanding a hefty ransom. The FBI step in and blanket the operation, but Lee is called in. The FBI doesnít want his help and assigns a loose-cannon LAPD cop, James Carter(Tucker), to baby-sit him. Carter has FBI aspirations, and considers the job an honour until he finds out that both him and Lee are being played for fools. They run around, blow up stuff, shoot various bad guys and engage in some hefty kung-fu action. Avoiding both the FBI and Juntao, Carter and Lee eventually solve the case and still manage to crack off some hilarious one-liners.
The usual clash of personalities is employed here. Carter is a lone operator, someone who has a resentment of partners after his dad was killed due to lack of back-up. He does what he thinks should be done, and to hell with the consequences. Lee is formal and does things step-by-step. He follows orders and is proud of it. As per usual, these two differing personalities have to work together and blend as a partnership in order to solve the case. This is symbolised in Rush Hour by their choice in music. Each has different preferences, but they are ultimately united by one song.
The usual Jackie Chan stunts are here in force. His advancing age has no effect as he jumps off buses, vaults over walls and flicks guns into his hands. Chris Tucker lags along behind, making jokes as Chan amazes. I particularly loved the scene where Chan is trying to protect Chinese antiques while defeating various Juntao agents. His efforts are proved to be vain, as a stray shot shatters his precious vase. The kung-fu action is brilliant, yet not gory. Not once do you see a broken nose or a spattering of blood, because thatís not what Chanís art is about. Itís about action, not violence and blood. For that reason the stunts are amusing, and Chanís facial expressions add greatly to that effect.
The advantages that DVD offers are not overly used here, but a sizeable extras package and the assortment of outtakes are hilarious. The smoothness of Chanís stunts are shown here to be the result of hard work and great choreography. The outtakes are also hilarious. All in all, this movie was well worthy of its status as a blockbuster, but it owes it all to the brilliant chemistry of Chan and Tucker. Once you see this, youíll be rushing to see Rush Hour 2. Itís the mainstream breakthrough that Chan deserves and as a result, his status as a Hollywood star should be confirmed. Tucker shows he has great potential, and the comparisons to Eddie Murphy are well deserved. Watch it. Itís surely worth your money.
The plot follows a Chinese diplomat who is re-assigned to the USA after the Hong-Kong takeover. Just before he leaves, his top detective, Lee(Chan), smashes the local crime-lord, Juntao, and his operation. The identity of Juntao remains a mystery, although itís not hard to guess who it is. Juntao strikes again, kidnapping the diplomatís daughter and demanding a hefty ransom. The FBI step in and blanket the operation, but Lee is called in. The FBI doesnít want his help and assigns a loose-cannon LAPD cop, James Carter(Tucker), to baby-sit him. Carter has FBI aspirations, and considers the job an honour until he finds out that both him and Lee are being played for fools. They run around, blow up stuff, shoot various bad guys and engage in some hefty kung-fu action. Avoiding both the FBI and Juntao, Carter and Lee eventually solve the case and still manage to crack off some hilarious one-liners.
The usual clash of personalities is employed here. Carter is a lone operator, someone who has a resentment of partners after his dad was killed due to lack of back-up. He does what he thinks should be done, and to hell with the consequences. Lee is formal and does things step-by-step. He follows orders and is proud of it. As per usual, these two differing personalities have to work together and blend as a partnership in order to solve the case. This is symbolised in Rush Hour by their choice in music. Each has different preferences, but they are ultimately united by one song.
The usual Jackie Chan stunts are here in force. His advancing age has no effect as he jumps off buses, vaults over walls and flicks guns into his hands. Chris Tucker lags along behind, making jokes as Chan amazes. I particularly loved the scene where Chan is trying to protect Chinese antiques while defeating various Juntao agents. His efforts are proved to be vain, as a stray shot shatters his precious vase. The kung-fu action is brilliant, yet not gory. Not once do you see a broken nose or a spattering of blood, because thatís not what Chanís art is about. Itís about action, not violence and blood. For that reason the stunts are amusing, and Chanís facial expressions add greatly to that effect.
The advantages that DVD offers are not overly used here, but a sizeable extras package and the assortment of outtakes are hilarious. The smoothness of Chanís stunts are shown here to be the result of hard work and great choreography. The outtakes are also hilarious. All in all, this movie was well worthy of its status as a blockbuster, but it owes it all to the brilliant chemistry of Chan and Tucker. Once you see this, youíll be rushing to see Rush Hour 2. Itís the mainstream breakthrough that Chan deserves and as a result, his status as a Hollywood star should be confirmed. Tucker shows he has great potential, and the comparisons to Eddie Murphy are well deserved. Watch it. Itís surely worth your money.
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Rush Hour was a surprise hit at the box-office, making over $250 million worldwide. Itís easy to see why. Itís a fast-paced action comedy, based on the ëbuddyí format seen in films such as Tango and Cash. The reason that Rush Hour is set above the rest is the screen magic between Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. The one-liners pour in thick and fast as Chan and Tucker exchange quips constantly. Itís this chemistry that pushes the film into big dollar-earning status.
The plot follows a Chinese diplomat who is re-assigned to the USA after the Hong-Kong takeover. Just before he leaves, his top detective, Lee(Chan), smashes the local crime-lord, Juntao, and his operation. The identity of Juntao remains a mystery, although itís not hard to guess who it is. Juntao strikes again, kidnapping the diplomatís daughter and demanding a hefty ransom. The FBI step in and blanket the operation, but Lee is called in. The FBI doesnít want his help and assigns a loose-cannon LAPD cop, James Carter(Tucker), to baby-sit him. Carter has FBI aspirations, and considers the job an honour until he finds out that both him and Lee are being played for fools. They run around, blow up stuff, shoot various bad guys and engage in some hefty kung-fu action. Avoiding both the FBI and Juntao, Carter and Lee eventually solve the case and still manage to crack off some hilarious one-liners.
The usual clash of personalities is employed here. Carter is a lone operator, someone who has a resentment of partners after his dad was killed due to lack of back-up. He does what he thinks should be done, and to hell with the consequences. Lee is formal and does things step-by-step. He follows orders and is proud of it. As per usual, these two differing personalities have to work together and blend as a partnership in order to solve the case. This is symbolised in Rush Hour by their choice in music. Each has different preferences, but they are ultimately united by one song.
The usual Jackie Chan stunts are here in force. His advancing age has no effect as he jumps off buses, vaults over walls and flicks guns into his hands. Chris Tucker lags along behind, making jokes as Chan amazes. I particularly loved the scene where Chan is trying to protect Chinese antiques while defeating various Juntao agents. His efforts are proved to be vain, as a stray shot shatters his precious vase. The kung-fu action is brilliant, yet not gory. Not once do you see a broken nose or a spattering of blood, because thatís not what Chanís art is about. Itís about action, not violence and blood. For that reason the stunts are amusing, and Chanís facial expressions add greatly to that effect.
The advantages that DVD offers are not overly used here, but a sizeable extras package and the assortment of outtakes are hilarious. The smoothness of Chanís stunts are shown here to be the result of hard work and great choreography. The outtakes are also hilarious. All in all, this movie was well worthy of its status as a blockbuster, but it owes it all to the brilliant chemistry of Chan and Tucker. Once you see this, youíll be rushing to see Rush Hour 2. Itís the mainstream breakthrough that Chan deserves and as a result, his status as a Hollywood star should be confirmed. Tucker shows he has great potential, and the comparisons to Eddie Murphy are well deserved. Watch it. Itís surely worth your money.
The plot follows a Chinese diplomat who is re-assigned to the USA after the Hong-Kong takeover. Just before he leaves, his top detective, Lee(Chan), smashes the local crime-lord, Juntao, and his operation. The identity of Juntao remains a mystery, although itís not hard to guess who it is. Juntao strikes again, kidnapping the diplomatís daughter and demanding a hefty ransom. The FBI step in and blanket the operation, but Lee is called in. The FBI doesnít want his help and assigns a loose-cannon LAPD cop, James Carter(Tucker), to baby-sit him. Carter has FBI aspirations, and considers the job an honour until he finds out that both him and Lee are being played for fools. They run around, blow up stuff, shoot various bad guys and engage in some hefty kung-fu action. Avoiding both the FBI and Juntao, Carter and Lee eventually solve the case and still manage to crack off some hilarious one-liners.
The usual clash of personalities is employed here. Carter is a lone operator, someone who has a resentment of partners after his dad was killed due to lack of back-up. He does what he thinks should be done, and to hell with the consequences. Lee is formal and does things step-by-step. He follows orders and is proud of it. As per usual, these two differing personalities have to work together and blend as a partnership in order to solve the case. This is symbolised in Rush Hour by their choice in music. Each has different preferences, but they are ultimately united by one song.
The usual Jackie Chan stunts are here in force. His advancing age has no effect as he jumps off buses, vaults over walls and flicks guns into his hands. Chris Tucker lags along behind, making jokes as Chan amazes. I particularly loved the scene where Chan is trying to protect Chinese antiques while defeating various Juntao agents. His efforts are proved to be vain, as a stray shot shatters his precious vase. The kung-fu action is brilliant, yet not gory. Not once do you see a broken nose or a spattering of blood, because thatís not what Chanís art is about. Itís about action, not violence and blood. For that reason the stunts are amusing, and Chanís facial expressions add greatly to that effect.
The advantages that DVD offers are not overly used here, but a sizeable extras package and the assortment of outtakes are hilarious. The smoothness of Chanís stunts are shown here to be the result of hard work and great choreography. The outtakes are also hilarious. All in all, this movie was well worthy of its status as a blockbuster, but it owes it all to the brilliant chemistry of Chan and Tucker. Once you see this, youíll be rushing to see Rush Hour 2. Itís the mainstream breakthrough that Chan deserves and as a result, his status as a Hollywood star should be confirmed. Tucker shows he has great potential, and the comparisons to Eddie Murphy are well deserved. Watch it. Itís surely worth your money.