People everywhere are in agreement, car chase scenes in movies are just plain awesome. Car scenes are a great way to experience the thrill of the chase without the associated dangers of being involved in one. We all know we’ve experienced the urge to zoom down the highway at 100 miles per hour zipping through traffic, but let’s face it, as exhilarating at it may be, it’s also extremely dangerous. Let’s leave it to the professionals and watch from the safety and comfort of our living rooms. Here are five of the top car chase scenes that if you haven’t seen, you should make it your business to do so.
1. The Fast and the Furious
The first installment of The Fast and the Furious debuted in 2001 and portrayed an undercover cop who infiltrates the world of street racers in Los Angeles. This film captivated audiences with its high speed chases and tricked out vehicles.
2. The Italian Job
The remake of the 1969 The Italian Job made its debut in 2003 and astounded audiences with its iconic Mini Cooper chase scene. The film follows a gang of robbers who, in an effort to pull off the heist of their lives, create the largest Los Angeles’ traffic jam in history.
3. Bad Boys II
Also making its debut in 2003, Bad Boys II follows two loose-cannon narcotic cops who are investigating the flow of Ecstasy in to Florida. The film captivated audiences with its multiple, exhilarating car chases.
4. Transformers
The first film in the Transformers franchise made its debut in 2007 and astounded audiences everywhere with its motion-packed scenes and iconic Camaro car chase. The movie follows Sam Witwicky, an average teenager who finds himself in the middle of the ultimate war for power of two extraterrestrial clans, the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons.
5. Bullitt
This 1968 film follows an all guts, no glorySan Franciscocop who is determined to find the underworld kingpin that killed a star witness in his protection. This classic film won an Oscar, 9 other awards, and received 6 additional nominations. Bullitt has earned itself a spot in history as one of the all-time best car chase movies ever made.
There you have it! Five of the top car chase scenes ever made. If your favorite wasn’t included in this list, comment below and let us know what your top picks are.
Honorable mentions: Gone in 60 Seconds, Speed, Hancock, The Bourne Identity, The Matrix Reloaded, The Dark Knight, The Transporter, Cannonball Run, Smokey and the Bandit, The French Connection, Goldfinger, Terminator 2, and Blues Brothers.
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