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Release Year: 1986

Synopsis: A BMX racer, who lives in a small town with his mother and sister, is faced with a tough decision, qualify for Helltrack or take his SATs in order to attend college.

Ratings:
BradScore: 5.0/10 Internet Rating: 6.5/10
Drama Family
Hal Needham
Bill Allen, Lori Loughlin, Talia Shire, Ray Walston, Alfie Wise, Jack Weston, Laura Jacoby, H.B. Haggerty, Jamie Clarke, Marta Kober

My notes

I watched the hell out of this movie as a kid, so this was a return to nostalgia. First viewing as an adult, so I was shocked to find out wholesome this film was. Sure, the little sister swears, but folks are good natured - even the evil corporation. The bicycle boogie is still as absurd now and I was shocked to learn that this was the first example of a backflip on a BMX. The HD remaster did make it a bit obvious when stunt doubles were used.

Watched Nov. 27, 2025 via Blu-Ray — rated 5.0/10
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