'Super Mario Bros.' is a film that takes the Nintendo faithful’s valid concerns into consideration, making up for its weaker spots by exploding the film with immeasurable heart. Read beastobsessed's review:
). But to win the Kongs over, Mario will have to prove himself—which means he must learn how to fight and navigate this magical world, building up his self-confidence along the way..’ story is only slightly beefier than the average Mario game’s plot, a paint-by-numbers scenario that doesn’t rock the boat too much. For a movie whose source material doesn’t come with such a storied legacy, though, this would be more of a con.
Once you get past the awkwardness that is shoehorning a backstory for Mario, the film focuses on nailing down the rhythm of the classic games. There are beautifully directed sequences that emulate the balletic nature of a sidescroller, as Mario runs across platforms and climbs up ladders.
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