VGHS: The Movie
VGHS: The Movie

VGHS: The Movie

2012Movie125 minEnglish

In a world where professional video gaming is the most popular sport, a hapless young gamer gets the chance to sharpen his skills at an elite academy.

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IMDb6.7/10
Google Users88%
Director: Matthew ArnoldGenres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

Ryan, an aspiring video game developer, gets expelled from his high school after accidentally destroying the school's basketball team with his incredible gaming skills. Determined to prove himself, he enrolls in the "Video Game High School," a prestigious academy for elite gamers. There, he faces intense competition, discovers a secret underground gaming league, and must confront the school's tyrannical principal.

Critical Reception

VGHS: The Movie, an extension of the popular web series, was largely praised for its inventive concept, impressive visual effects on a web-series budget, and humorous take on gaming culture. While some critics found the plot a bit thin, the overall reception was positive, particularly among its target audience who appreciated its faithful adaptation of beloved video game tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious visuals and faithful depiction of gaming culture.
  • Appreciated for its humor and creative action sequences.
  • Some noted the plot could be more developed.

Google audience: Viewers loved the movie's faithful adaptation of video game elements and the creative, action-packed sequences. The humor and the overall concept were also frequently highlighted as positive aspects, contributing to a generally favorable audience score.

Fun Fact

The movie was funded through a wildly successful Kickstarter campaign, raising over $700,000 and becoming one of the most funded web series and independent films at the time.

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