Somehow this feels like best case scenario. One Box Office Theory poster who saw the movie early did not like the film and implied the script wasn't up to snuff. I just want a good, rewatchable movie please. This is the first stab Mario is getting at the medium in 30 years. It would be a freaking shame if the movie ends up being bad or a mixed bag after all this time.I think the film will be good as the first Despicable Me.
It does seem rather difficult to predict. On the one hand it's Illumination, on the other hand the other movie the duo of Horvath and Jelenic (as writers with Horvath in the directing chair) were behind is Teen Titans Go To The Movies, which holds like a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, and it's really wrote with cleverness in a lot of ways and showcase a good understanding of superhero tropes both in the movie and the comic mediums. However, the script ain't penned by them this time (although they have heavy story input as the directors and we know they've done multiple iterations of the script with the actual screenwriter), so who knows if this movie comes off as well-written without them in the screenwriting position.I still hold my under 70% predictions. It will be enjoyable, but I really am skeptical that it will be held in wide regard by mainstream critics.
The best I predict from the movie is that it will feel pretty safe. BUT, the important thing is that it won't be boring. The visual treat, and references will mask and elevate what will otherwise be a standard movie. High standard by Illumination, but kinda same old same old for non-Mario fans.It does seem rather difficult to predict. On the one hand it's Illumination, on the other hand the other movie the duo of Horvath and Jelenic (as writers with Horvath in the directing chair) were behind is Teen Titans Go To The Movies, which holds like a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, and it's really wrote with cleverness in a lot of ways and showcase a good understanding of superhero tropes both in the movie and the comic mediums. However, the script ain't penned by them this time (although they have heavy story input as the directors and we know they've done multiple iterations of the script with the actual screenwriter), so who knows if this movie comes off as well-written without them in the screenwriting position.
Which country are doing figures?People in my country have started to post their movie theater popcorn combos with a very nice little figurine of Mario. I'm currently asking for their impression of the movie (if they actually watched it and not only bought the combo)
You know, it's interesting how literally no movie based on a video game franchise has ever been certified fresh. There's always something holding the thing back in some way. You'd think after over 40 years of video game history and it becoming extremely popular around the world, someone would have gotten that right, but no.I'm very curious to see if initial reception and reviews for the SMB movie match how I envision it: A safe if inoffensive kid's film that looks lovely and is bolstered by lots of references and nods to the games but that isn't spectacular, not too off in quality from either Illumination's other films or the Sonic films.
Whether that's over 70% on Rotten Tomatoes or under, I don't know. It can go either way, but I can easily see the 65-75 range. I would be legitimately surprised if it's high 70s or even low 80s. And if it's above even that, then this movie is a rousing success on all fronts.
MexicoWhich country are doing figures?
Nah you're good. Impressions are spoiler-free. And most reviews will probably be mostly spoilers-free given the recommendation given by Universal to critics.there won't be any spoilers here, right?
Oh I'm aware. Several gaming publications are going.I see there's a premiere going on. Early twitter reactions will often be glowing sometimes intentionally but most certainly subconcious, because the people who get to go to a premiere are specially selected. Just be aware of that.
in 15 mins, they're free to post impressionsPress started watching the movie around 23 minutes ago. I imagine impressions are gonna go up around the end of the screening
care to explain us? would be a reliefOh no, "works for io9" opinion in the trash
Trash website, reviews from pop culture sites mean nothing to mecare to explain us? would be a relief
Usually the case with these types of impressions.So it's either garbage or the best movie ever then.
As expected