Heat Vision & Jack

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  • 1999
  • 32 min
  • 7.7  (1,761)

Heat Vision & Jack from 1999 is a science fiction comedy film directed by Ben Stiller and starring Jack Black, Owen Wilson, and Ron Silver. The movie follows the story of Jack Austin, a former astronaut who now pilots a talking motorcycle, and his friend Doug, who is played by Wilson. The premise of the film is that Jack accidentally gains some mysterious powers after being exposed to a solar storm. After this, the US government decides to track him down, seeing him as a potential weapon.

The film opens with a scene of Jack being chased by the police in the middle of the desert after stealing donuts. As it turns out, Jack had been talking to his motorcycle, which had then started to argue with him. When the police arrive, they discover that Jack's gigantic helmet has strange powers. It is also revealed that the motorcycle, which is played by Owen Wilson, is actually a former astronaut named Heat Vision who had been exposed to radiation.

As the film progresses, Jack and Doug go on a series of strange adventures while chased by Ron Silver's character, who plays a scientist who is trying to capture Jack and Heat Vision. The two friends end up on a variety of different planets and in bizarre situations that make for an entertaining watch.

There are some standout scenes in the movie, including a karaoke performance by Jack Black and a weird cameo from Gary Oldman as a character named Mr. Ed. Despite its odd premise, the film manages to be funny and engaging, thanks to the excellent performances from the entire cast.

One of the main themes of the movie is the idea of freedom. As an ex-astronaut, Jack represents the idea of exploring and pushing boundaries. He rejects the safety of regular society in order to live on the edge and embrace the mysteries of the universe. Similarly, Heat Vision represents a sense of adventure and risk-taking, as he is willing to go on wild rides and explore new worlds.

Overall, Heat Vision & Jack is a quirky and fun science fiction comedy that is well worth checking out. The film has a certain charm to it thanks to the excellent performances by Black, Wilson, and Silver, and the strange but entertaining concept of a talking motorcycle. Despite its lack of wide release or commercial success, the movie has gained a cult following over the years and is still enjoyed by science fiction and comedy fans alike.

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  • Release Date
    1999
  • Runtime
    32 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (1,761)
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