As I was planning to go see this, it was interesting to look back when I covered the first movie two years ago. It was the last movie I saw before the pandemic hit and it, like Detective Pikachu, are testaments to the changing attitude towards movies based on video games. And with the sequel... Continue Reading →
Get Over Here! | “Mortal Kombat” 2021 Movie Review
Last week, I took a look at the Mortal Kombat movie from the 90s in preparation for this film. It was a fun action film that while isn't the most well made films of all time, it definitely is one of the better video game movies. And as this gem returned to the world of... Continue Reading →
A True Popcorn Movie | “Mortal Kombat” 1995 Movie Review
Over the years, it seems like the video game movie genre has been having something of a renaissance, with what was once a genre condemned to poor reception has now been replaced with improved projects. Movies like "Detective Pikachu" and the "Sonic" movie have proven to be critical and financial successes. And with the upcoming... Continue Reading →
Gotta Go Fast! | “Sonic the Hedgehog” 2020 Movie Review
Critic's Note: This was the last movie I saw prior to the pandemic kicking off. I had the whole month of March planned out and was shaken by the pandemic. But as I've been planning to get back into work here, I figured this would be the best place to get started. 2019 saw two... Continue Reading →