Random thoughts
- Paul Bartel was right to push for comedy. Roger Corman was right to push for action. They got the balance right. The action is good the stakes do feel real and it's quite moving as the surviving racers realise they're being picked off.
- Simone Griffeth is the heart of the movie. She has warmth and accessibility - the audience surrogate. She's overshadowed by the flashy characters but she's the bread in the cake. Teams very well with aloof, mysterious David Carradine.
- Support cast are spectacular.
- The nudity is well handled. Everyone looks like an athlete. It all makes sense in the Ancient Rome decadence of the world.
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