In Theatres May 9th, 2008
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From writers/directors/producers Larry and Andy Wachowski, creators of the groundbreaking "The Matrix" trilogy, and producer Joel Silver comes the live-action, high-octane family adventure "Speed Racer." Hurtling down the track, careening around, over and through the competition, Speed Racer (Emile Hirsch) is a natural behind the wheel. Born to race cars, Speed is aggressive, instinctive and, most of all, fearless. His only real competition is the memory of the brother he idolized-the legendary Rex Racer, whose death in a race has left behind a legacy that Speed is driven to fulfill.
Speed is loyal to the family racing business, led by his father, Pops Racer (John Goodman), the designer of Speed's thundering Mach 5. When Speed turns down a lucrative and tempting offer from Royalton Industries, he not only infuriates the company's maniacal owner (Roger Allam) but uncovers a terrible secret-some of the biggest races are being fixed by a handful of ruthless moguls who manipulate the top drivers to boost profits. If Speed won't drive for Royalton, Royalton will see to it that the Mach 5 never crosses another finish line. The only way for Speed to save his family's business and the sport he loves is to beat Royalton at his own game. With the support of his family and his loyal girlfriend, Trixie (Christina Ricci), Speed teams with his one-time rival-the mysterious Racer X (Matthew Fox)-to win the race that had taken his brother's life: the death-defying, cross-country rally known as The Crucible.
"Speed Racer" marks the Wachowski brothers' first writing/directing collaboration since "The Matrix" movies. Joel Silver, who previously worked with the Wachowskis on "The Matrix" movies and "V For Vendetta," produced the film under his Silver Pictures banner. Grant Hill, Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski are also producers, with David Lane Seltzer, Michael Lambert and Bruce Berman serving as executive producers. The behind-the-scenes creative team includes director of photography David Tattersall, production designer Owen Paterson, editors Zach Staenberg and Roger Barton, and costume designer Kym Barrett. The music is by Michael Giacchino. John Gaeta and Dan Glass are the visual effects supervisors.
"Speed Racer" stars Emile Hirsch ("Into the Wild") in the title role; Christina Ricci ("Penelope") as Speed's girlfriend Trixie; John Goodman ("Evan Almighty") and Oscar winner Susan Sarandon ("Dead Man Walking") as Pops Racer and Mom Racer; Matthew Fox (TV's "Lost") as Racer X; Roger Allam ("V for Vendetta") as Royalton; Paulie Litt (TV's "Hope & Faith") as Spritle; Benno Furmann ("The Mutant Chronicles") as Inspector Detector; Hiroyuki Sanada ("The Last Samurai") as Mr. Musha; Asian pop superstar Rain, making his American feature film debut, as a rival driver named Taejo Togokahn; Richard Roundtree (TV's "Heroes," "Shaft") as Ben Burns; and Kick Gurry ("Daltry Calhoun") as Sparky. Based on the classic series created by anime pioneer Tatsuo Yoshida, the live-action "Speed Racer" showcases the kind of revolutionary visual effects and cutting-edge storytelling that have become benchmarks of the Wachowski brothers' films.
"Speed Racer" is a Warner Bros. Pictures presentation, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, of a Silver Pictures Production, in association with Anarchos Productions.
Prizes:
- One (1) Ultimate Grand Prize Winner will win a Topps merchandiser FILLED with Bazooka Bubble Juice, Push Pop, Baby Bottle Pop, and Juicy Drop Pop (arv $130), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
Topps combines great tasting candy and the
amazing world of Speed Racer in this unique candy display!
Four (4) Varied Runner Up Prize Packages Including:
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Limited Edition Speed Racer toolbox loaded with a Soul Industry Tee, Hot Wheels 1:64 Mach 6, 1:64 Racer X, 1:24 Mach 5 and a Pullbax(tm) Mach 5, Speed and Racer X Lego Mini-Figures (arv $250), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
This is a created, very limited, not-for-retail-sale item! 
Check out what Mtv.com has to say about the Limited Edition Speed Racer Toolbox!
 
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Moveable Gear Shift Paperweight Clock (arv $29.99), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
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Messenger Bag with Woven Patches (arv $59.99), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
- A Family 4-Pack of IMAX Ticket Vouchers (arv $66), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
To enter send an email including your first and last name, valid email address, complete mailing address, age and gender by May 12, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. PST to:
 speedracer@countingdown.com
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OFFICIAL RULES
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER
Limit one entry per person, household or e-mail address. Multiple entries submitted by a single entrant are void. Entries without ALL of the required information are void. Sweepstakes ends May 12, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. PST. All entries must be received by e-mail by (5:00 p.m.) PST May 12, 2008 . Sweepstakes Sponsor (CountingDown.com) is not responsible for late, lost or misdirected e-mail or any error, omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay or malfunction in operation or transmission on the Internet or website. In case of dispute, entry will be considered made by registered user of the e-mail/Internet account who must comply with these official rules.
Prizes:
- One (1) Ultimate Grand Prize Winner will win a Topps merchandiser FILLED with Bazooka Bubble Juice, Push Pop, Baby Bottle Pop, and Juicy Drop Pop (arv $130), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
Two (2) First Prize Packages Including:
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Moveable Gear Shift Paperweight Clock (arv $29.99), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
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Messenger Bag with Woven Patches (arv $59.99), Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
Two (2) Runner Up Prize Packages Including:
- Speed Racer Spinning Key Ring (arv 9.99), Speed Racer Rollerball Pen with Wheel Spinning Top (arv $12.99), Kids' Backpack (arv $16.99), Kids' Car-Fu Tee (arv $12.99), Speed Racer Silhouette T-shirt (arv $19.99), Speed Racer Basecall Cap (arv $12.99), Set of 8 Buttons (arv $3.99), Set of 8 Tattoos (arv $1.99) and a Set of 4 Removable Decals (arv $3.99)
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