The Last Cardriver
Sony Pictures Entertainment, (yes, really), has released thefirst full trailerfor its upcoming big-screen adaptation of one of the most successful driving simulators of all time,Gran Turismo. The new film, directed by Neill Blomkamp (District 9, CHAPPiE) will arrive in theaters this August.
‘Now that’s whatI’mtalkin’ about!’
While I see the potential in this surprising adaptation — great cars driving fast makes for an awesome spectacle, after all — I can’t help but wonder if we might not ultimately be looking at a two-hour ad for PlayStation hardware,Gran Turismogames, and car manufacturers. There’s a possibility thatGran Turismo, with its real-world storytelling and use of legitimate branding, might give the 007 franchise a run for its money when it comes to product placement. Also, Video Game Fans are Dorks Jokes. Well done.
Ah, I’m sure they’ll be plenty of sleek and sexy vehicles for car fans, and maybe Geri will give us a few lines of “Wannabe” into the bargain. This whole trailer has a vibe very reminiscent ofTop Gun Maverick, but we’ll have to see whetherGran Turismoalso takes 1.49 billion dollars when it finally accelerates into the cinemas this August. I hope CHAPPiE shows up in a cameo, doing some Funny Rap Dancing.
For the rest of us “couch-surfing losers”,Gran Turismo 7is available now on PlayStation platforms.
