May 2008 will bring us the Live Action movie adaptation of Speed Racer, directed by the Wachowski Brothers (The Matrix and V for Vendetta).

Plot summary by Warner Brothers Pictures

Several cast members have been confirmed. Of note are:
- Emile Hirsch as Speed Racer
- John Goodman as Pops Racer, Speed's father
- Susan Sarandon as Mom Racer, Speed's mother
- Christina Ricci as Trixie, Speed's girlfriend
- Matthew Fox as Racer X, Speed's rival

Personally I never was a huge fan of Speed Racer (I caught the odd episode here and there, but hey, who didn't?), but I love the Wachowski Bros. and I'm sure they'll do this thing justice. It will either be pretty lighthearted, or it will be fun and involve the unique Wachowski touch on the world of racing. Either way, I'm sure this won't suck. Also Emile Hirsch and John Goodman make me LOL as their respective characters. Will definitely watch this.