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2004, Documentary, 49m

45 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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A thrill ride for fans, but those looking for a deeper experience will be choking on exhaust. Read critic reviews

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Race day gets underway as the IMAX® 3D cameras capture all of the action at the track, providing audiences with an up-close look at the heart-pumping action. photo 6

The cars race by the more than 100,000 fans as the action gets underway in NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience. photo 7

The drivers fight for position as they all try to be first to get the checkered flag and reach victory lane, as profiled in NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience. photo 8

The IMAX® 3D camera is moved into position to capture the NASCAR driversÕ perspective for a behind-the-scenes look at this popular sport. photo 9

Capturing all of the behind-the-scenes action of race day in the garages, the filmmakers are able to provide an insider's look into what it takes to put on an event of this magnitude. photo 10

Director Simon Wincer (far left) along with director of photography James Niehouse (second from right) and team evaluate a shot from the middle of the 33 degree bank turn. photo 11

The IMAX®3D camera, one of only 3 in the world, is positioned at the top of the stands in order to provide an overall perspective of what itÕs like to be at a race with more than 100,000 NASCAR fans. photo 12

At speeds of up to 180 miles an hour, NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience provides a look into the heart-pumping experience of a NASCAR race and puts the audience behind the wheel of this preeminent sport. photo 13

To catch the fast moving race cars, the production crew utilizes the Shotmaker, a sophisticated camera crane mounted on a truck platform which allows them to move, pan and truck with the action. photo 14

Director Simon Wincer points the way to two members of the well-known Petty racing dynasty, Kyle and his father Richard. photo 15

Jimmie Johnson and Dale Earnhardt Jr. share some racing tips as the crew from NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience capture an inside look into what it takes to be a part of this thrilling sport. photo 16

The preparation prior to race day is extensive as the AOL #30 car crew re-builds the car and makes the necessary changes in order to have a shot at victory lane. photo 17

Before the green flag is waved, the NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience production crew shoots the most colorful stars of race day. photo 18

Golden Globe award winning actor Kiefer Sutherland lends his voice to the narration of NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience, racing into IMAX Theatres starting March 12, 2004. photo 19

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Movie Info

Filmmaker Simon Wincer follows racers who are traveling, and sometimes crashing, at nearly 200 mph; narrated by Kiefer Sutherland.

Rating: PG
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Director: Simon Wincer
Producer: Lorne Orleans, Doug Hylton
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 3, 2004 original
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 14, 2006
Box Office (Gross USA): $20.0M
Runtime: 49m
Distributor: IMAX Corporation, Warner Bros. Pictures
Sound Mix: Stereo

Cast & Crew

Kiefer Sutherland

Kiefer Sutherland

Narrator

Simon Wincer

Director

Lorne Orleans

Producer

Doug Hylton

Producer

Neil Goldberg

Executive Producer

James Neihouse

Cinematographer

Critic Reviews for NASCAR

All Critics (45) | Top Critics (21) | Fresh (27) | Rotten (18)

Full Review… J. R. Jones Chicago Reader

Full Review… Kirk Honeycutt Hollywood Reporter

Full Review… Janice Page Boston Globe

Full Review… Sara Gebhardt Washington Post

Full Review… Erik Lundegaard Seattle Times

Full Review… Peter Hartlaub San Francisco Chronicle

Full Review… Jim Lane Sacramento News & Review

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Audience Reviews for NASCAR

Feb 16, 2008

It was an informative, behind-the-scenes look, but for someone who's not really a Nascar fan, it was ehh.

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