Joy Ride

Starring: Paul Walker, Leelee Sobieski, Steve Zahn, Ted Levine (voice)
Directed by: John Dahl
Rating: R
Genre: Thriller
2001

Times Seen:
Tim: 1

Summary:Lewis (Paul Walker) and his brother Fuller (Steve Zahn) set off on a road trip to pick up Lewis' friend, Venna (Leelee Sobieski). Before they get to her, however, Fuller convinces Lewis to have some fun with a trucker with the handle, "Rusty Nail" over the CB radio. Lewis pretends to be a girl, "Candycane" Things soon get out of hand when the tables are turned, and Rusty Nail is stalking the friends at every turn. What started as a joke soon turns into a fight for survival.

Review:

Tim: After I saw this movie, my clothes were soaking wet from sweat. This film is about as intense as movies can get. This is a thriller/suspense film unlike any other. I recommend watching this movie after dark, because it will scare the shit out of you, and you'll never look at a semi the same way. If you see this film, bring a towel, because you'll need it!

The scariest aspect of the film is Rusty Nails's voice, done by Ted Levine, the guy from Silence of the Lambs. When he calls, "C-a-n-d-y-c-a-n-e" over the CB radio, you feel your blood freeze in your veins. It is so chillingly it is unbelievable. It makes the film quite scary, and you'll find yourself muttering, "Oh shit" a number of times.

The actors in the film all do impressive jobs. Paul Walker and Steve Zahn, the two that start this whole mess are incredible. It's great watching their laughter at their prank turn into nervousness, and then into outright terror. Leelee Sobieski, who I think is just incredible, gives a memorable performance as the friend dragged into the scary affair. All three of them add to the uneasiness you feel at all times throughout the movie, because the looks on their faces are ones of sheer terror.

If you haven't seen this film, you really ought to. I can't remember the last time I saw a movie that kept me biting my nails, and looking out the window every time I saw lights from a car going down the street. You will be scared, and have an incredible time all the while. This film is downright intense as all hell, and worth seeing. Just remember, you'll be having nightmares of a scary voice saying, "C-A-N-D-Y-C-A-N-E" for a week afterwards. Just hearing that, even now, sends a chill right up my spine, and makes me have to look behind me, just to be sure.

Rating 1-10
Tim's Rating: 8



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