Rating: ★★☆☆☆
As a lifelong fan of the Super Mario Bros. franchise, I had high hopes and nostalgic excitement for the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Unfortunately, my anticipation quickly turned into disappointment as the film failed to capture the essence and magic of the beloved video game series.
The plot of the movie felt convoluted and disconnected from the source material. It attempted to blend elements of the Mario games with a modern twist, but the execution fell flat. The story lacked coherence, making it difficult to engage with the characters and their motivations. It seemed as though the filmmakers tried to incorporate too many ideas without fully developing any of them.
One of the most disappointing aspects of the film was its portrayal of the iconic characters. Mario and Luigi, portrayed by talented actors, seemed to be burdened by weak dialogue and shallow character development. The chemistry between the actors was lacking, and their performances felt forced and uninspired. It was disheartening to see these beloved characters reduced to mere caricatures of their video game counterparts.
