In the modern filmmaking landscape, every film that makes it to the big screen is a miracle.
And yet, so many of these films are also dull, bland, and entirely uninspired.
Josh Hutcherson andMatthew Lillardare welcome additions to this big-screen adaptation of a cult-classic video game.
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For viewers who have wondered, “What is aMortal Kombatfilm without any mortal combat?'
this 2021 adaptation has the answer.
Despite its R-rating, brash characters, and iconic source material, the 2021 video-game adaptation isan absolute snooze-fest.
Not only is the film underwhelming and dull, but it also acts as a cautionary tale of sorts.
This lapse in judgmentleads to films likeMortal Kombat, which isall set-up and no pay-off.
Pixar/Disney has little competition when it comes to spectacular animation and engaging storytelling.
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Lightyearalso reminds audiences of a modern problem with large-scale filmmaking.
Over the next 14 years, the film would see directors, writers and stars come and go.
As a video game,Unchartedwas obviously heavily inspired by classic adventure films and games likeIndiana JonesandTomb Raider.
After four delays over several years, the film finally graced screens in 2020.
Alas, in a post-Avengers: Endgamemedia landscape,audiences need more than good casting and mildly interesting IP.
The rise of the comic book adaptation was supersonic, and its fall was almost as fast.
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His desire to create new technology to make films has benefited filmmakers and film lovers alike.
Thelack of textual difference and variety is disappointing, considering the eye-watering budget and gargantuan runtime.
That said,Avatar: Fire and Ashis expected at the end of 2025.
The casinos are abandoned, but their vaults are full.
A zombie heist film is seldom the right place to explore your artistic side.
After all the parties cross paths, the double and triple-crossing begins.
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These sound like the perfect ingredients for (at minimum) an enjoyable run-of-the-mill action blockbuster.
Unfortunately forRed Notice, the film was far below minimum.
Many modern blockbusters, includingRed Notice, arecalled out for their subpar visual effectsand computer-generated imagery (CGI).
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