Who Killed The Electric Car was a 2006 documentary film that
explored the fact that thousands of electric cars were recalled and destroyed
by the companies that made them. This sequel charts the re-emergence of an idea
once thought dead.
It follows the endeavours of four very different individuals
as they attempt to bring new electric cars to market. There’s Bob Lutz, the
larger than life GM executive, multi-millionaire Elon Musk who starts his own
company, Carlos Ghosn the head of Nissan and Gadget Abbott, an independent
backyard car designer.
It all starts off interestingly enough with footage of the
previous film and contributions from the likes of Danny DeVito and Jon Favreau
but this fast becomes a rather depressing story of corporate deals and the
global economy.
Gadget Abbot does provide an interesting perspective as he
struggles against unforeseen circumstances but despite the engaging premise this
one is for car enthusiasts only.
Revenge Of The Electric Car is in selected UK cinemas from
20th July 2012.
Ric’s Rating: Dodgy.
The most ridiculous movie title ever!
ReplyDeleteHa, "dodgy", I like that!
ReplyDeleteAgree about the weird movie title. Does not make me want to see it!
I thought it would be really interesting guys but it wasn't what I expected.
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