A special video featuring the cast and crew talking about the behind-the-scenes of the powerful car chase scene, one of the highlights of the crime action film "Outlaws" (directed by Christian Gudegast, released on January 23rd), starring actor Gerard Butler, as well as some scene cuts, were released on January 15th.
This film is a sequel to "The Outlaw," which was released in 2018. It will be released in the US in January 2025 and recorded the highest opening day box office revenue (according to Box Office Mojo). A third film has already been confirmed.
As in the previous film, Butler stars as unconventional detective Nick O'Brien, who captivates viewers with his tense gunfights and clever tactics. Jackson Jr., son of rapper Ice Cube, will reprise his role as Donnie Wilson, Nick's nemesis and the most dangerous robber he ever let go. The film will be directed, executive produced, and written by director Gudegast, who was highly praised for his previous work.
Nick (Butler), a Los Angeles County Sheriff's detective on leave, heads alone to Europe to track down Donnie (Jackson Jr.), who went on the run after a bank robbery. Nick learns that Donnie is working with a criminal organization that is repeatedly committing thefts, and he becomes embroiled in a grand plan to rob the world's largest diamond exchange. Various schemes and betrayals intertwine, and the story develops into an unexpected alliance... and so it goes.
The previous film drew attention for its realistic gunfights and spectacular car chases. This time, the scale has been scaled up even further, with five Porsche Taycan Turbos used depending on the scene. One of the vehicles was specially designed with the driving control device relocated to the top of the body and operated from a driving pod attached to the roof. This film marks the first time that a remote driving pod for filming has been installed on an electric vehicle (EV). Another vehicle was fitted with special equipment known as a "biscuit rig," which allowed for close-up filming of the actors' expressions as they acted inside the car. In addition to the Porsche's beautiful exterior and violent driving, the film also realistically captures the actors' expressions during the chase and the intense gunfights.
The released footage features Butler, who stars in the film and is also a producer, and director Gudegast talking about behind the scenes of the shoot. Butler expressed his confidence, saying, "The car chases this time were amazing," while director Gudegast praised the film's completion, saying, "We were able to achieve everything we wanted to film. It's truly a great achievement by the Porsche team." Finally, Butler spoke of his satisfaction with the film, saying, "Everyone was putting their lives on the line. I think it's a great finish."
