
Death Race
“Get ready for a killer ride.”
Overview
Terminal Island, New York: 2020. Overcrowding in the US penal system has reached a breaking point. Prisons have been turned over to a monolithic Weyland Corporation, which sees jails full of thugs as an opportunity for televised sport. Adrenalized inmates, a global audience hungry for violence and a spectacular, enclosed arena come together to form the 'Death Race', the biggest, most brutal event.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Death Race?
Death Race was directed by Paul W. S. Anderson.
What was the budget and revenue for Death Race?
The official budget was $45,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $76,000,000 worldwide.
Where was Death Race produced?
It was produced by companies including Impact Pictures, Universal Pictures, Relativity Media, Cruise/Wagner Productions, H2S2 Filmproduktionsgesellschaft, Scion Films in United Kingdom, United States of America, Germany.
Death Race Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Death Race wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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