Motocrossed (2001) Reviews

• One of the best Disney originals ever!

  PineirosGirl1872001-08-07

  When I saw the advertising for this movie I must admit that I was expecting it to suck. But to my surprise it didn't. Maybe it's just me, but I think this is one of the Disney channels best original movies. Although yes it may similarities to that of the Disney animated film Mulan, I still think that it's one of the most reasonable and could be realistic films on the channel right now. I mean, how often do you find yourself turning into a mermaid or having a step sister who's really a bubble? Not too often.

• Good Movie

  angelllic0072001-12-08

  At first I thought that there was no way I would like this movie because I don't like motorcycles and didn't like Mulan. Well I got a surprise because the movie wasn't completely focused on racing it had other issues such as romance and her relationship with her father. Her little brother Jason was adorable and I give it 7/10.

• A Surprisingly Good Film

  psush_girl2004-10-02

  I've never been a big fan of Disney Channel Original Movies, and for good reason as most of them are cheesy meaningless movies made to keep young kids occupied. However, I was very pleasantly surprised when I caught the middle of the movie accidentally one day while flipping channels. After seeing the last half of the movie, I just had to see the beginning so I found out when it was coming on again and watched it again from the very beginning. Upon doing so, I discovered that the movie is actually quite good and I definitely recommend it to those who are interested in motocross and are also into family movies. I liked the girl power aspect as well as the family togetherness; it's quite amazing how the whole family stuck together at the end, and I found it so awesome that Andrea was good at Motocross but could still be a typical girl at the same time. It shows that girls can be good at sports and not look like tomboys. Also, the casting directors should be commended because they picked a fine cast of talented young people. This movie has a good message for the whole family and although the twins in the movie looked almost nothing alike, and Andrea would never be able to pass for Andrew in real life, sticking around for the ending is definitely well worth it. I give this movie 8/10 stars.

• Feminism at its Disney-ist.

  wills_queen2001-02-20

  Andrea "Andi" Carson (Alana Austin) is an average teenage girl. She's a cheerleader, she owns pillows shaped like flowers, paints her nails, and, oh, yeah, she can Motocross like nobody's business. But what strikes me about this movie is not its plot (girl dresses like guy, big dramatic moment as the world finds out she tricked them all, then she gets the guy) but it's hidden message. Not only are girls capable of racing with the boys, but they can wear nail polish, skirts, and earrings, too! It's not evil to be feminine. On a more shallow note, this cast is full of swoonworthy guys. Dean (Riley Smith), twin brother Andrew (Trevor O'Brien), li'l brother Jason (Scott Terra), evil French Renee Cartier, and the assorted racers hanging out on the track. Yet, there are some really weird moments. The adults in this movie have the IQ of, say, Jello. Not to mention the big romantic scene--instead of a kiss, we get Andi and Dean's characters racing for Dean to become part of "Carson Racing". Keep in mind, though, that when you see this movie, there are no surprises. But then again, my entire family saw the movie 4 times in one weekend: me, my sister, my cousin, my mother, and my aunt. It can hold anyone's attention!

• Loved It!

  mrsnawahine2001-02-19

  I have not always been such a big fan of Disney Channel original movies, but I really loved this one. I learned some interesting facts about motocross racing and the movie has a wonderful message about girl power built into it which I feel is always important being that I have a young daughter. Alana Austin plays the part beautifully and th rest of the cast plays their parts perfectly. If you have an opportunity to, catch this movie as soon as it is on again.