Bet you didn't see this one coming! Today we look at the infamous first ever direct adaption of a video game into a movie with Super Mario Bros. from 1993! This is one we've wanted to cover for a long time, and now is the moment of truth.
Much like Double Dragon, however, much of its weakness comes from the fact that the adaption changes much of the source material. Unlike, Double Dragon, however, the changes are actually interesting and make for a unique viewing experience. Super Mario Bros., at times, nails the Double Dragon feel better than said movie even did. This film isn't fantastic, but it's actually better than you might remember it being, You also would never see anything this ambitious come out of Hollywood today. For that, we think it should be given a proper chance.
As always, catch the episode to see what we mean. I definitely have a new appreciation for this one now.
Randy's Score: 3/5
JD's Score: 3/5
Up Next: The Last Starfighter!
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