What are some movies with bad physics that I can analyze for my assignment?

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The forum discussion centers on selecting movies with poor physics for an assignment analyzing cinematic physics. The user is interested in two scenes: one from an action movie featuring car chases and shootings, and another from a sci-fi film showcasing explosions and sound in space. Suggestions include the 'Fast and Furious' franchise, though the user notes specific scenes lacking in exaggerated physics. Additionally, the character 'Nice Guy Eddie' from 'Reservoir Dogs' is highlighted as a potential case study due to an intriguing shooting scenario that defies conventional physics.

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  • Understanding of basic physics principles, including motion and sound propagation.
  • Familiarity with cinematic techniques in action and sci-fi genres.
  • Knowledge of film analysis methodologies.
  • Ability to perform physics calculations related to motion and energy.
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  • Research the physics of car chases in films, focusing on acceleration and collision dynamics.
  • Analyze sound propagation in space as depicted in sci-fi films, particularly in 'Gravity' or 'Interstellar'.
  • Investigate the physics behind the shooting scene in 'Reservoir Dogs' for quantum mechanics implications.
  • Explore common cinematic tropes that violate physical laws in action movies.
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This discussion is beneficial for film students, physics enthusiasts, and educators seeking to explore the intersection of cinema and scientific principles, particularly in action and sci-fi genres.

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I have an assignment on movie magic in which I have to pick a scene from a movie and analyse the physics (including calculations of physics in movie, description and calculations of correct physics etc.) Problem is, I haven't picked a movie yet :frown:

I was going to pick 2 different scenes from two movies. A scene from an action movie (scene with shooting and car chases) and also a sci-fi movie (with explosions in space, sound in space etc.)

I was going to pick one of the 'fast and furious' movies, but the first FAF and FAF Tokyo drift haven't got any cars jumping off unfinished bridges, or shootings where only the person being shot is shot back.

So I was just curious as to if any of you know any good bad physics movies for both of my categories, or maybe even one movie that has a scene with all of those features that I'm looking for.

Thanks, I appreciate your help :smile:
 
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