The January 2011 release of “The Green Hornet” may have seemed like nothing more than yet another calculated move by Hollywood to co-opt an existent fan base and limit its own commercial exposure. And it “was”, sure. But a film adaptation of this property — based on the original 1930s radio program, which has lived on in movie serials and comic books — was in the works for more than a decade, with a long list of actors inclusive of George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Jet Li and Stephen Chow all at one point attached, in various combinations. In fact, a visionary music video director named Michel Gondry was hired in…

OVERVIEW: In the ultimate extreme sports event, hardened convicts race to the death to earn their freedom. Sizzling action stars Jason Statham and Tyrese Gibson team up with Ian McShane and Joan Allen in the year’s ultimate demolition derby. Death Race will be available on DVD and a two-disc unrated Blu-ray Hi-Def release that delivers non-stop thrills and insane, metal-crushing excitement that you couldn’t see in theaters! Nathan Lee, New York Times raves, “Supercharged, sick and satisfying!” BONUS FEATURES – DVD AND BLU-RAY HI-DEF: – THEATRICAL AND UNRATED EXTENDED VERSIONS OF THE FILM – START YOUR ENGINES: MAKING A DEATH RACE: From pre and post-production to the casting of Jason…

Watch the latest Spill.com movie review of the latest Universal Pictures film “Death Race” remake by director Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Jason Statham ( Transporter 3, Crank 2: High Voltage ), Joan Allen and Ian McShane ( Kung Fu Panda ). Synopsis: Three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is an expert at survival in the harsh landscape that has become our country. Just as he thinks he has turned his life around, the ex-con is framed for a gruesome murder he didn’t commit. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein-a crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill-Ames is given an easy choice by Terminal Island’s…

Universal Pictures released another movie poster from the upcoming “Death Race” remake by director Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Jason Statham ( Transporter 3, Crank 2: High Voltage ), Joan Allen and Ian McShane ( Kung Fu Panda ). Synopsis: Three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is an expert at survival in the harsh landscape that has become our country. Just as he thinks he has turned his life around, the ex-con is framed for a gruesome murder he didn’t commit. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein-a crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill-Ames is given an easy choice by Terminal Island’s warden (Joan Allen):…

Universal Pictures just released a foreign movie poster from the upcoming “Death Race” remake by director Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Jason Statham (Transporter 3, Crank 2), Joan Allen and Ian McShane (Kung Fu Panda). Synopsis: Three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is an expert at survival in the harsh landscape that has become our country. Just as he thinks he has turned his life around, the ex-con is framed for a gruesome murder he didn’t commit. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein-a crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill-Ames is given an easy choice by Terminal Island’s warden (Joan Allen): suit up or rot…

Universal sent us a few brand new movie stills from the “Death Race” remake by director Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Jason Statham (Transporter 3, Crank 2), Joan Allen and Ian McShane (Kung Fu Panda). Synopsis: Three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is an expert at survival in the harsh landscape that has become our country. Just as he thinks he has turned his life around, the ex-con is framed for a gruesome murder he didn’t commit. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein-a crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill-Ames is given an easy choice by Terminal Island’s warden (Joan Allen): suit up or rot…

Universal Pictures released another brand new clip titled “Napalm” from the upcoming action film “Death Race” by director Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Jason Statham (Transporter 3, Crank 2: High Voltage), Ian McShane and Joan Allen. “Death Race” will be in theaters everywhere Aug 22, 2008. Plot: Three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is an expert at survival in the harsh landscape that has become our country. Just as he thinks he has turned his life around, the ex-con is framed for a gruesome murder he didn’t commit. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein-a crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill-Ames is given an easy…

Universal Pictures released a brand new behind the scenes inside look at the upcoming action film “Death Race” by director Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Jason Statham (Transporter 3, Crank 2: High Voltage), Ian McShane and Joan Allen. “Death Race” will be in theaters everywhere Aug 22, 2008. Plot: Three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is an expert at survival in the harsh landscape that has become our country. Just as he thinks he has turned his life around, the ex-con is framed for a gruesome murder he didn’t commit. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein—a crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill—Ames is given…

Universal Pictures sent us the latest high quality movie trailer from their upcoming action film “Death Race” by director Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Jason Statham (Transporter 3, Crank 2: High Voltage), Ian McShane and Joan Allen. “Death Race” will be in theaters everywhere Aug 22, 2008. Plot: Three-time speedway champion Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) is an expert at survival in the harsh landscape that has become our country. Just as he thinks he has turned his life around, the ex-con is framed for a gruesome murder he didn’t commit. Forced to don the mask of the mythical driver Frankenstein—a crowd favorite who seems impossible to kill—Ames is given an…

In celebration of the upcoming release of Death Race on August 22, 2008, Universal Pictures sent us three really cool Death Race prize packs for three lucky Toxic Shock TV members. The prize pack includes an awesome t-shirt, a hat and a tank top! “Death Race” by director Paul W.S. Anderson stars actor Jason Statham ( Transporter 3, Crank 2 ), Joan Allen and Ian McShane (Deadwood, Kung Fu Panda). Step back “The Dark Knight”, this one looks like its going to be one hell of a ride! Click Here to sign up to be a Toxic Shock TV member. Remember you must be an active member, only members who…