I was pumped to see Anthony Famiglietti’s new DVD Run Reckless stuffed in my mailbox. Considering how much inspiration I drew from his filmmaking debut, Run Like Hell, I was ready to start shaving seconds immediately upon opening the package.
Now before I start rambling, it’s important to note that I am a huge Fam fan and I really, really, wanted to love this movie. And for the most part, I do. Because it’s a legit running film that held my interest. There aren’t too many such things in the world, so I’m grateful to have this flick in my running library (which, outside of the the above two mentioned films, includes one other: Showdown).
It’s also important to note that I admire Fam’s flare for individuality. His path is paved with a confident attitude unchallenged on the pro circuit. And I think that’s pretty cool.
Alas, a filmmaker he is not.
Run Reckless is about a message, not a movie. Fam delivers a perspective packed with important lessons. He can mix a pretty solid beat. And he understands inspiration — at least what inspires him. His presentation, though, is severely lacking (note: typos in segment headings).
His guerrilla, hand-held initiative is not lost and meshes with his do-it-yourself mantra. But there is a fine line between raw and rough. This one (unfortunately after 40 some-odd bucks in total cost after cross-border shipping) leans more towards rough.
Is it worth the money?
Hell yes. Anyone who ever laced up a pair of trainers should see this film. The bonus features are especially insightful with Fam’s voice-over during some grainy race footage.
Is Fam’s day job in jeapordy?
I think not.
Here’s the official Run Reckless trailer.
…and a curious interview:
and a sitting-in-a-parking-lot chat…
I have to agree with you completely here. A film maker, Anthony is not. What is not so widely known is that Famiglietti did not produce, edit, direct, or have much to do with the first movie, Run Like Hell. It was actually all done by one of his college team mates, Doug Ellington. Famiglietti was smart in promoting the film, however, he always gave the impression that he made the movie. He worked alone on the second film, Run Reckless. The difference between the two is pretty darn clear.
This movie is great! Sounds like post production people General lee complaining on here because they couldnt be a part of the new film. Totally worth the buy. The 2nd film to me had much better production value and message in general than the first.
And as much as general lee would like to say fam did not have much to do with the first film, the movie is about Fam, includes footage of Fam, Fam ran the races, Fam did the work, it is Fam we want promoting the movie, it is Fam’s voiceover, Fam’s accomplishments, it is Fam we want to see. I’ve never heard of this Doug Ellington, ie, no one else has, Doug’s name would not sell the movie.