The Chase

1994 "Getting there is twice the fun."
The Chase
5.8| 1h29m| PG-13| en| More Info
Released: 04 March 1994 Released
Producted By: 20th Century Fox
Country: United States of America
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Jack Hammond is sentenced to life in prison, but manages to escape. To get away from the police he takes a girl as hostage and drives off in her car. The girl happens to be the only daughter of one of the richest men in the state. In a while the car chase is being broadcast live on every TV-channel.

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mpurvismattp This movie just seems to have a special place in my heart, it reminds me of freshman year in high school, VHS tapes and summer vacation (damn I miss that sh!t). Where else can u get Henry Rollins as a douchebag cop who thinks he's Dirty Harry, his partner the revolting blob, Anthony Kiedis and Flea in their hillbilly white trash Monster truck, Cary Elwes as Steve Horsegroovy the super cheesy anchorman, Tigers blood in a clown suit, Angela from "Who's the Boss", Ron f-ing Jeremy, and the mega babe known as Kristy Swanson...no where else that's where! The Chase is not an action movie, sure there's action in it but its a comedy and its meant to be satirical (especially involving the media and the way they like to blow EVERYTHING out of proportion) and it's not high brow comedy, but its effective. If u haven't seen this flick check it out, I mean i enjoy artsy movies and indies as much as the next guy but sometimes a good dumb comedy is just what the doctor ordered. So just sit back, kick your feet up and enjoy the ride.
addvictim29 I'm giving it 8 stars for reasons other than Kristy Swanson. Yes, obviously this movie isn't a masterpiece nor was it made to be. It was made to be a fun action movie that wouldn't disappoint. I watch this movie ALL the time and it never gets old (premium channels seem to LOVE it). The plot is so simple that it leaves so much room for climax and twists...if that makes any sense. I mean, how could you go wrong with Ron Jeremy filming news coverage of Charlie Sheen being chased down by Henry Rollins and the Red Hot Chili Peppers while falling in love with Buffy the Vampire Slayer at 120 mph?! You can't. This one's a classic in my book (which also includes Weekend at Bernie's, Home Alone, and Bandits).
Bozo I don't know why this movie is so underrated. I never hear anything about it, as if it's a bad secret that no one wants to get out. I don't see why. This movie was fun to watch. I know, its kind of simple and not very "edgy" or anything like that, but who cares really. It's still good. Charlie Sheen gave a great performance as Jackson Hammond, an escaped convict who is the cause of the chase. Kirsty Swanson was also very well cast as the spoiled, kidnapped, rich daughter; Natalie Voss. Henry Rollins was also very well cast as the cocky Officer Dobbs, and Josh Mostel was good as Dobbs' partner, Officer Figus. Marshall Bell was actually not the type of person to play Ari Josephson, Hammond's lawyer. But he managed to pull it off well I see. Everyone else was well cast for the most part, no flawed performances to speak of. The story was kind of shallow but still enjoyable. There were twists and turns here and there but it all worked out. The soundtrack was GREAT. The Offspring, NOFX, Rancid, and Bad Religion are some of my favorite bands and I was surprised that their songs were played in this movie. I rate this an 8/10, see this movie, it is somehow very good.
callanvass This is a fun popcorn Action/Comedy, that's a great breezy way to pass the time, with lots of laughs,and plenty of action!. All the characters are great, and the story is basic but a lot of fun, plus Charlie Sheen is simply amazing in this!. It's just a fun movie to enjoy, no need to think, just sit back and watch, and Charlie Sheen and Kristy Swanson were cool together, and had pretty good chemistry together, plus one of the funniest scenes in the movie for me is when Swanson gets car sick and pukes out the window and all over the Police Car's windshield. The ending while silly is quite good, as it was amusing, and Charlie really is brilliant at this stuff, as he was the main reason this film was so enjoyable for me, plus It's the perfect time waster!, and maybe even more, hell I would probably watch it again. This should be higher then 5.3 in my opinion, and if you can find it cheap on DVD it may be even worth buying, plus it's well made and decently written as well. I can't believe Sheen got away with holding Swanson as a hostage by using a butter finger bar!, and all the characters are quite likable, plus while it may be typical, it's still fun!. This is a fun popcorn Action/Comedy, that's a great breezy way to pass the time, with lots of laughs, and plenty of action, I highly recommend this one!. The Direction is great!. Adam Rifkin does a great! job here with good camera work, good angles and keeping the film at an enjoyable pace. The Acting is a lot of fun!. Charlie Sheen is amazing as always and is amazing here, he is extremely hilarious, can do this type of thing in his sleep, had good chemistry with Swanson, had impeccable comic timing as always, and just brought of laughs (Charlie Rules!!!!!!!). Kristy Swanson is gorgeous and does fine here, she had good chemistry with Sheen, and managed to be likable instead of what could have been a very annoying character. Henry Rollins and Josh Mostel are funny as the two dimwitted cops that are chasing Sheen, I liked them. Ray Wise is good as the asshole. Marshall Bell is good in his screen time as Sheen's Laywer. Rest of the cast are fine. Overall I highly recommend this one!. ***1/2 out of 5