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Speed Racer (2008)

Speed Racer is an example of an American remake of classic Anime which failed to reach either audience. Directed by The Wachowskis, the film was not shy of talent and vision. Regardless, fans of the original weren’t convinced to watch a live-action version of the film, and parents were reluctant to take the kids to such a long film.

It made three-quarters of its budget back after its theatrical run costing $100 million in losses. History is being kind to Speed Racer: it often appears on lists highlighting the most underrated films of the past decade.