The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is playing in theaters at the time of review. Rated PG. Common Sense says 7+. Click the pic to watch my review!
Mario (Chris Pratt) ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom.
STORY: D
Big on nostalgic vibes, but not much else.
PEOPLE: C+
New characters add some splash.
FILM NERD STUFF: B
Look out for the occasional classic film allusion.
ONE BIG LESSON: D
People will always pay big bucks for nostalgia.
FINAL COMMENTS:
This film was made by talented people who truly love the Mario universe. Yet one can’t help but feel the film was rushed through development in order to grab a quick repeat of the previous film’s massive box office success. If you’re a fan of the games and the Mario universe, you and your young kiddos will love it. Everyone else will wonder why they’re there.