I rated this movie a 10 / 10 mainly due to I related to it almost verbatim. I was a street racer, building my second car, living with my brother and his wife, all while my brother, my father and I all worked at the same factory! Now, it's been many, many years since I got to see this film late one night. I had just come in from working on my 72 Nova and was tired as usual but could not sleep. This movie was just coming on and so I tuned in and didn't regret it. Of course, I'm a "hot rodder", or as some prefer, a "car guy" but either way, the rides was a great part of the film but the story was very good imo. Rated it a 10 / 10 and am not ashamed to do so!

i caught this little gem on cable over the weekend and was sounexpectedly moved that i felt compelled to write about it. it's anintelligent and very truthful look at a blue collar new jersey familyand the pursuit of their american dreams. the locations, (from thefactory cluttered landscapes to the swampland drag strips), all ofthe performances, the overall texture... were right on the money!-like a bruce springsteen song vividly brought to life. i wasespecially taken by the complex relationship between the brothersplayed by billy crudup and paul schulze. nothing in this film rangfalse, though as a result the overall tone may be a little too bleakfor the masses. i found it refreshing to find an american indydirector that is less interested in flash and trend than hiscommitment to telling a gripping, honest, and meaningful storyabout everyday people.

This is an excellent indie film -- especially for first time director Kentis who clearly shows he knows his way around a camera and editting room. The quality or actors is very high and their performances are excellent. While the subject matter may not be for everyone, the story is realistic and well-portrayed. Worth seeing!

Crudup and Peet are always watchable; this film won't disappoint their fans. If nothing else, add this movie to your list of "my life is at least better than these people's" movies to watch post-breakup or post-betrayal. Help boost this film's rating! Vote today and give a thumbs up!