08. GONE IN 60 SECONDS (1974)
No, this isnt the Nic Cage/Angelina Jolie starring late 90s action thriller (although there are plenty of entertaining car chases in that one!), this is the original that Jerry Bruckheimers film used for inspiration. The original
Gone in 60 Seconds is by no means a good film I wont even bother trying to entertain an argument that it has any merits for suggesting as such but what it does have is a 40 minute car chase to end all car chases Written, directed, produced by and starring stunt driver and scrap-yard owner
H. B. Halicki, the films only redeemable feature is the incredible car chase. No less than 93 vehicles are destroyed which remained one of Halickis proudest boasts holding the record for the most chase scene car destruction ever filmed! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6-TlxADdA4 For a film that lasts a mere 95minutes, this is some hella good carnage that will have the most passionate of action film lovers literally on the edge of their seats. Unfortunately, Halicki lost his life in a stunt accident during the filming of a sequel to this production, so audiences were never given the opportunity to see anything bigger and better from the crazy stunt driver.