A Minecraft Movieis officially out this week, and it could be the latest video game adaptation to make waves at the box office. However, an early verdict has been reached by movie critics, and the consensus is more than divisive thus far. TheMinecraftadaptation is geared towards younger audiences and its diehard fanbase, but it seems adults will have a harder time enjoying the subtleties of digital building blocks.
On Rotten Tomatoes, reactions toA Minecraft Moviehave produced a very square 55% Tomatometer score. Reviews are split, with many critics divided on whether the movie’s childish tone is something that will suit all audience members. MovieWeb’sown reviewcalled the film “exceedingly silly with puerile humor meant for young children and die-hard enthusiasts who check their brain at the door.” The adaptation seemingly has its moments of levity and impressive visual effects, but it’s all bogged down by a lackluster script and overall tone.
“Don’t get me wrong, there are a few decent chuckles and the visual effects are competently done, but the goofy characters, inane narrative, and weak musical numbers will be a chore to sit through for most adults.”
Jack Black Surprises Fans With Live Performance of New ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Song
Could we be looking at another “Peaches”-esque hit?
Meanwhile, other critics praisedA Minecraft Moviefor its loose, vibrant attitude, which combines for a worthy family affair at the movie theater this weekend.Entertainment Weeklygave it a positive review, saying, “Th[e] loosey-goosey attitude, an “open sandbox” if you will, is a breath of fresh air after so many family films that seem preordained by lore.” Another positive review fromConsequencelabeled the film as “the best video game movie Jack Black has made in the last year,” although that may not be a super high bar to reach.
“It’s the faintest of praise to say that it’s the best video game movie Jack Black has made in the last year. However, the Jared Hess-directed adventure is a relatively accessible, often enjoyable adaptation.”
Warner Bros. Preps Super-Summer With Extended ‘Superman’ Preview During ‘Minecraft’
While it seemsA Minecraft Moviecould bethe sleeper hit of the year,Warner Bros. is banking on more than a couple of blocks at the box office to make up for some of its early flops. As projections for the new video game movie remain strong, the studio has decided to attach an extended preview of Superman during showings ofMinecraft. The reportedly five-minute teaser will give fans the best look yet at James Gunn’s DCU film, ahead of the official second trailer, which does not have a release date yet. Thenew footageis apparently a scene between Krypto and Superman (David Corenswet), the latter of which is heavily injured and is taken to the Fortress of Solitude by his canine friend.
Warner Bros. is looking at theMinecraftfilm, which could spawn a new franchise, andSuperman, the start of the rebooted DC Universe, as pillars of its 2025 slate. The upcoming theatrical schedule, which is jam-packed with expensive, auteur-driven projects likeThe Bride,One Battle After Another,andSinners, is allegedly a major point of contention within the upper ranks of the studio. This unease comes after Bong Joon-ho’s critically acclaimed sci-fi filmMickey 17, which stars Robert Pattinson,failed to print money at the box office, and Robert De Niro’sAlto Knightsfell flat on its make-up heavy face.
Source:Rotten Tomatoes
A Minecraft Movie
