Super Mario Movie
Super Mario Movie

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Super Mario Movie

2005
Movie
15 min
English

Mario's world is falling apart.

Insights

IMDb4.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes29%
Metacritic36/100
Google Users60%
Director: Rocky Morton and Annabel JankelGenres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a parallel world called Dinohattan, ruled by the ruthless King Koopa, two Brooklyn plumbers, Mario and Luigi, must rescue Princess Daisy from an ancient evil. They discover that Daisy is the key to a meteorite that could merge the two worlds, and they must race against time to stop Koopa's evil plan.

Critical Reception

The Super Mario Bros. movie was a critical and commercial disaster upon its release. It is widely considered one of the worst video game adaptations ever made, often cited for its nonsensical plot, bizarre tone, and departure from the source material. Despite its poor reception, it has gained a cult following over the years for its campy B-movie qualities.

What Reviewers Say

  • Panned for its convoluted and nonsensical plot.

  • Criticized for its dark and gritty tone, which clashed with the cheerful source material.

  • Often described as a bizarre and forgettable adaptation with poor performances.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's strange and campy nature, with some appreciating its unique, albeit flawed, vision. However, many express disappointment with its failure to capture the spirit of the Super Mario games.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for one Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Director.

Fun Fact

Dennis Hopper, who played King Koopa, reportedly hated making the movie and was often drunk on set.

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