5. They Embrace Diversity
Unfortunately, Hollywood has been less than willing to fully accept diversity, particularly in tentpole franchises. Movies are often "white-washed," and the inclusion of different ethnic groups sometimes comes off as forced. This is where the Fast and Furious franchise stays ahead of the curve. Each film contains its fair share of sex symbols, both male and female, but its characters are defined by more than just their looks and personalities. Each film is populated with actors and actresses of different ethnicities and cultural backgrounds, and all bring something unique to the group dynamic present in each installment. The franchise conveys a positive message about unity between genders, races, and nationalities, and each character serves a larger, important purpose in the story at hand.