A recent column argues Hollywood car-action scenes are frequently unrealistic, citing Nicolas Cage, actor who plays Memphis Raines in the 2000 remake Gone in 60 Seconds, and implausible Batmobile depictions in modern films.
The columnist singled out the film's climax, saying the Eleanor Mustang ramp jump was presented with quick cuts and CGI rather than a visible full-stunt, and that the car appears to fly about 100 feet, land undamaged, and leave the unbelted driver intact.
The piece also criticizes Batmobile designs in contemporary Batman films for mechanical feats such as suddenly deploying armored shells with no visible source, which the columnist says undermines claims of gritty realism.
The columnist noted some artistic license is acceptable for action, but argued that excessive automotive fantasy breaks audience suspension of disbelief in Hollywood car-action scenes.
Read the full article at theautopian.com.
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