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: Universal Studios
: Comedies, Quest, Road Movies
: 116 min.
: English
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At the beginning of Interstate 60, Neal Oliver (James Mardsen) has more questions about his future than answers. Though he would rather pursue a career in art, Neal debates whether or not he should set his goals towards a law degree, as his father would greatly prefer. He has a girlfriend, but he wonders if he should search for the mysterious woman (Amy Smart) who visits his nightly dreams and inspires his artwork. By the time his 23rd birthday roles around, Neal is no closer to choosing his life's path. He feels empty and unsatisfied, despite lavish birthday gifts, and wishes only for clarity as he blows out the candles on his cake. Rather than instant answers, Neal is given the opportunity to take a journey on a highway that doesn't exist on any map; a highway where the past, present, and future converge. Alongside him is One Wish Grant (Gary Oldman), the immortal offspring of a leprechaun and Cheyenne Indian, who has the unique ability to grant wishes to those he believes deserve them. Thus begins Neal's surreal road trip through the uncharted territories of his own potential destiny. Interstate 60 features a stellar cast with supporting performances and cameos from Kurt Russell, Michael J. Fox, Liv Tyler, and Christopher Lloyd. Bob Gale, co-writer/producer of Used Cars, I Wanna Hold Your Hand, and, most notably, the Back to the Future trilogy, directs. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide
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by mbraun
April 23, 2005 - 1:35 AM PDT
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1 out of 3 members found this review helpful
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Interstate 60? Why, THERE IS NO INTERSTATE 60! Naturally, this mysterious interstate highway must hold the answer to my future career choice and the girl who keeps appearing on billboards. At least that's what the leprechaun told me.
Dear god, this movie is truly awful. I've never seen so much talent wasted on a movie this bad. Interstate 60, which goes to the mysterious city of Danver, looks a lot like a standard 2-lane US highway. At one point Neal even wonders why it's not a limited-access divided highway like every other interstate. The explanation? "On Interstate 60, there ARE no rules!" What?!!
Along the road, Neal encounters a series of haplessly contrived and pointless situations that are supposed to be ironic because someone got their wish granted. A nymphomaniac appears out of nowhere. The leprechaun scares her off by flashing her. And then she's gone. Ok, but was there any particular reason for that scene? Then there's a town where everyone's on drugs. Why? Has Neal been experimenting with drugs? Nope. Has he started subscribing to Reason magazine? Maybe. Did Nancy Reagan contribute to this screenplay? Quite possibly. Then they have a stay in Lawyer Town where every adult is a lawyer. Ironically, Neal soon finds himself in legal trouble.
Too many lawyers? That's bound to ruffle some feathers. Be warned, this movie's subtle critique of modern society has something to offend everyone. And kids, here's one to grow on: Drugs are for losers!
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