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gjgjgf58668Jun 3, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Я щетаю этот фильм очень недооцененным для меня этот фильм просто пушка потому что мортал комбат моя любимая игра… Expand

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DiptanshuJul 12, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect Mk Movie,Its a treat, speechless towards the end it was just goosebumps,The story was amazing focused on characters rather than full origin and tournament,The characters were iconic and amazing new addition as cole, The music was superb it was tense at times and the Cgi was great, The blood and gore was pleasingly awesome and the action scenes each of them were "Purely insane and Art" The starting scorpion fight as samurai the killings was just pure mayhem love it and his family killing was just bone chillingly dark, The sub-zero entries throughout the movie with "its getting cold in here" was awesome,The scorpion death was surprising and then the present day the cole family intro they were sweet and then the sub zero's quest to kill champions the cole's attack the restaurant scene the slow snow fall and sub-zero controlling snow with hands it was just eye catchingly beautiful, Then the jax's entry and his hands tear scene it was awesome, Then the sonya's and kano's entry the whole origin spalshed in minutes and then the lizard fight it was amazing, Then the jouney to temple of raiden. the lui's intro and the whole team meet and the power's unlocking quest the kano's absurd humor here and there with the jax reunite and then the shang's team cheating the tournament and finding earth champions the raiden's rescue and then the whole Cole's scorpion's relation and then the goro's fight at house it was intensely awesome, Then the kano's selling out the team and then the team to team fight and in that kung's fight with flying girl the hat tearing fatality the whole body cutting was just bloody epic then afterwards his soul ripping by shang that scene was amazing, The final act was just nuts, The teams one on one fight, The kano and sonya's fight the kano's eye squash with statue by sonya was awesome and The jax fight with head ripping enemy scene and the lui's dragon flame kill and the melina's kill by sonya after getting symbol from kano and activating power was amazing, Then the final fight with sub-zero the Cole's family kidnap and the Iconic entry of the scorpion to save cole it was just a goosebumbps moment, The further awesome fight with blood and snow it was just iconicly brilliant,the cole and scorpion together fighting sub-zero and subzero using snow tricks specailly the freezing blood in air to use as sword it was just insanely awesome and the killing of sub-zero by the two it was satisfying although sub-zero was just baddass, The ending with family together and the shang's sent back by raiden and the ending tease of johnny cage at hollywood it was just nuts it was peak MK satisfaction end,Overall it was just iconic, entertaining and a awesome experience, A masterpiece of game adaptation and Its a great movie!… Expand

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BLADELINGApr 18, 2022

Not as bad as painted. Certainly far above average compared to other films based on video game series.
Today we compare this to the first Mortal Kombat movie (1995) but at the time the first MK was much criticised. I remember that very few ofNot as bad as painted. Certainly far above average compared to other films based on video game series.
Today we compare this to the first Mortal Kombat movie (1995) but at the time the first MK was much criticised. I remember that very few of us liked it and only many years later did it become a classic, undergoing a re-evaluation.
This MK will probably meet the same fate and only in a few years time will be really understood and re-evaluated.… Expand

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Samsteal12Jan 25, 2022

I enjoyed the film the fights were good the only things that needs work is the script I felt like the story didn’t make much sense and the actual mortal kombat tournament but there is room for improvement if they do make a sequel they shouldI enjoyed the film the fights were good the only things that needs work is the script I felt like the story didn’t make much sense and the actual mortal kombat tournament but there is room for improvement if they do make a sequel they should do deadly alliance and just follow the story of the game… Expand

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ThisGuy1Apr 26, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you came into this movie expecting it to win awards, be profound, or to see an American film have fight choreography on levels similar to The Raid... there's nothing "wrong" with that, however I'd recommend re-evaluating your expectations so you can have more fun movie-watching. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. Joe Taslim steals the show as Sub-zero. Ludi Lin, Max Huang, and Hiroyuki Sanada are all excellent, especially considering they each had limited screen time. Most other characters are fairly forgettable. Josh Lawson as Kano was about 60/40 hit or miss and could get a bit irritating. I loved all the references to the games. The opening scene is absolutely fantastic. The final fight is a lot of fun as well, but not on the same level as the opening scene. For anyone complaining that "they don't actually fight in a tournament," I think that's a little petty. The final act of the movie is very much tournament style fighting and reminiscent of the source material. Understandably, the minds behind the film understand that they can't just keep making movies about another tournament and another tournament and another. I like the idea of introducing the characters and mythology first, trying to make that film as audience pleasing as possible, so you can come back and do the tournament in a later film.… Expand

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SquilliamREE1Dec 7, 2021

This movie is not about the story it is about the action. This movie is so bloody and awesome that its short coming can be over looked but a 7 for the story being not great

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CazmantisDec 2, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Flawless victory! If you are a fan of the games then I am sure you'll love the movie as it basically plays like MK story mode. I think they did a great job of staying true to the feel of the games with the short, regular fight sequences and including some of the characters signature moves. I think they've done a really good job of the casting too. If you aren't a fan of the games I could understand that you may be critical of the movie as it really plays to an audience who is already familiar with the MK franchise. Personally I was thoroughly entertained!… Expand

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alexandreaNov 25, 2021

Dude why do people dislike the movie, most of the movie is awesome with the exception of certain parts and Cole Young not being the badass Character it needs to be in certain moments.

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johnnyleonSep 21, 2021

Really good fan service movie with everything you can expect ! Watch it! Buy it! Gift it! So we can see a mortal kombat movie franchise

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JAKEJACOBJORDSep 17, 2021

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FilmElskerAug 29, 2021

If you like mortal kombat then it is worth to watch.
I love every minute of this movie, good story and a lot of action, a different story than the other predecessors of mortal kombat

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ThememesterApr 23, 2021

Such a blast... much better than I expected. The story was no better than what you'd think but the fight scenes and effects were so damn cool. If you're a fan of the game or just action movies, you'll love it. People or critics bashing theSuch a blast... much better than I expected. The story was no better than what you'd think but the fight scenes and effects were so damn cool. If you're a fan of the game or just action movies, you'll love it. People or critics bashing the story need to choose another movie, because no one is watching Mortal Kombat for the story… Expand

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xXClutchDutchXxAug 21, 2021

A remastered cult classic. Idk why it's being ranked as a Hollywood film. What makes the original so special it the video game culture, cliché dialogue, and over the top action. This movie has that and more. It takes a small spin-off of theA remastered cult classic. Idk why it's being ranked as a Hollywood film. What makes the original so special it the video game culture, cliché dialogue, and over the top action. This movie has that and more. It takes a small spin-off of the original and modernizes it, while still giving you those small nuggets of memorabilia throughout the way. I will say the new protagonist "Cole" was not fully brought to life. His character could have been more fleshed out, but besides that, this was a solid film for a fan.… Expand

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bshu89Aug 13, 2021

Going into Mortal Kombat all I really was hoping for was some fun action. I honestly didn’t expect it to be “Oscar” level filmmaking, and well...I wasn’t wrong. The film is a **** ton of fun. Anytime action was going on, I was having a blast,Going into Mortal Kombat all I really was hoping for was some fun action. I honestly didn’t expect it to be “Oscar” level filmmaking, and well...I wasn’t wrong. The film is a **** ton of fun. Anytime action was going on, I was having a blast, but past the first 7 minutes of the film, the story just sort of loses any bit of weight. I couldn’t have cared any less for the main protagonist, who is a new character created just for the movie. The film works best when focusing on characters that we know. Some characters fall more short than others, but again I kind of expected that. Scorpion and Sub-Zero are by far the characters the film-makers took the most time and care with, with Kano and Raiden falling next in line. The rest of cast fall into various levels of suck - but again I had a blast watching it. I have to be honest, though

I personally will be buying the film first chance I get on Blu-ray. So that should tell you something. But I also totally get why this movie is a pure failure for a lot. For me, it’s just so much fun, and I hope they continue to expand this world with more films.… Expand

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MallRat15Aug 8, 2021

A great popcorn flick for me. Really enjoyed it when I watched it during the lockdown. Hope this one leads to more sequels as I will for sure be checking those ones out as well. Way better then the ones from the 90's and many of theA great popcorn flick for me. Really enjoyed it when I watched it during the lockdown. Hope this one leads to more sequels as I will for sure be checking those ones out as well. Way better then the ones from the 90's and many of the fatalities were great.… Expand

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RalfbergsJul 31, 2021

Im very happy that they made a Mortal Kombat movie. Of course some things werent as good and some were great and maybe they shouldn't added a character, who isnt in the games, but anyway I enjoyed it as a Mortal Kombat game fan

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CoreGamer1408Jul 11, 2021

Ok not the best movie ever made, but it was a fun action fantasy movie and as gory as the games so. The bad guys character development were paper thin so unless you know the characters from the game it's going to be who's that? Jax, Sonja,Ok not the best movie ever made, but it was a fun action fantasy movie and as gory as the games so. The bad guys character development were paper thin so unless you know the characters from the game it's going to be who's that? Jax, Sonja, Kano had at least some form of arc and personality to go with it. Cole who? Sub Zero and Scorpion were the best part and both a class act.

Personally I would of liked a cat and mouse revenge take set in feudal japan than all the cheesy modern day stuff. That would of made the film a whole lot classier for sure. At times this Mortal Kombat felt like Mortal Kombat Annihilation.… Expand

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CoolingManateeJul 15, 2021

This movie was amazing can't wait for a sequel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Player2-WaterMay 1, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E-Value: 7
Acting: 8
Plot: 5

After the disastrous box office bomb and critical flopped of 1997’s Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, there were no Mortal Kombat movies for nearly two decades until the direct-to-video release of 2020’s Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge and this movie. As for this movie, it is a reboot and not connected to the first two movies. Unlike the first two movies and just like Scorpion’s Revenge, the reboot is rated R.

An MMA fighter named Cole Young (Tan) and his family are attack by Bi-Han/Sub-Zero (Taslim) but Special Forces Major Jackson “Jax” Briggs and his partner, Sonya Blade (McNamee), manage to rescue them in time. Jax stay behind while he fight Sub-Zero but he end up losing both his arms. Once Cole got his family to safety, he and Sonya go to her hideout.

At her hideout, he learn that about a deathmatch tournament called Mortal Kombat. The tournament was created to give Earthrealm a chance to defend themselves from Outworld. Now that the latter have won nine out of ten tournaments, they just need to win one more tournament so that they can invade Earthrealm legally.

Cole also learn that he has a dragon marking which means he has been chosen to represent Earthrealm in the upcoming tournament. Cole and Sonya reluctantly recruit an Australian mercenary, Kano, after being attacked by Reptile. Together, they travel to Raiden’s temple where they meet the other fighters, Liu Kang and Kung Lao, in order to be train for the tournament. Meanwhile, a soul-eating sorcerer, Shang Tsung, with the help from his minions have begin killing Earthrealm’s fighters with dragon marking before the next tournament starts.

First of all, I’ve got to say that this reboot is good. It is definitely much better than Mortal Kombat: Annihilation. Not only it is much better, the movie is faithful to the source material. The movie cashed in on the rated R and the inclusion of the franchise’s iconic signature, Fatality. This is what Mortal Kombat should be. Full of bloody, gore and violence like the video games which the first two movies do not have due to those movies being rated PG-13. The fighting scenes are really well done and much better than the previous movies. It is so well shot that it feels you are watching cutscenes from Mortal Kombat video games.

The characters in the movie resemble the characters from the video game which is another reason why this movie is faithful to the source material. The acting in this movie great especially Joe Taslim and Josh Lawson. For the former, he played the character very well as an intimidating villain like he is the main antagonist of the movie instead of Shang Tsung. As for the latter, he is perfect for the role of Kano, Besides sharing the same nationality, Josh is very much as Australian person you could find in real life. He is also played the role of comic relief really well which I cannot stop laughing. He stole every scenes in the movie. Let’s not forget about Hiroyuki Sanada, who played Hanzo Hasashi/Scorpion in the movie. Despite not having much screen time, he played the character very well and he even get to say his iconic catchphrase better than how he said it in the trailer. I hope to see him more and play bigger role in the sequel if there is one.

On the bad side of the movie, I felt the storyline in the movie is rushed. Because of that, some characters do not have much developement including Cole Young. Speaking of Cole, I felt that he was overshadowed by the other characters to the point of being forgettable due to Cole being movie exclusive character. Shang Tsung did not even have much screen time as the main antagonist and the role was pretty much took over by Sub-Zero.

Nevertheless, this movie is still good but neither the best nor worst video game movie. As far as I know, this movie is definitely much better than Mortal Kombat: Annihilation which I have said earlier. Whether you think is movie is better than the 1995 movie or the other way around, is up for debate. If you are a fan of Mortal Kombat, don’t miss this one. I cannot wait for the sequel especially how the ending teases another famous and iconic character from the video game.… Expand

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TicketStubsJun 25, 2021

In the past we have seen some terrible movie adaptations of Mortal Kombat and I had no intention of watching this movie when it came out. When my friends invited me to watch a movie with them I did not expect it to be the New MK movie and wasIn the past we have seen some terrible movie adaptations of Mortal Kombat and I had no intention of watching this movie when it came out. When my friends invited me to watch a movie with them I did not expect it to be the New MK movie and was less than thrilled. After seeing the movie for the first time I can honestly say that it passed my expectations by an exponential amount. The choreographed fight scenes were exhilarating to watch, the character cameos were on point, and the cheesy one liners were not overused. I enjoyed watching a diverse cast of actors that fit well into their roles with the exception of Cole Young played by Lewis Tan. I didn’t particularly think his acting was on par with his cast members and kept wondering why he was picked for the main role of this movie. He did exceptionally well in the fight scenes but his delivery in the more conversational parts of the movie were lacking. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed watching this movie.… Expand

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PhanPhucDuyJun 18, 2021

The best thing about this film is that it was filled with brutal, bloody and satisfied fights. Music and picture were great. The cast had done their roles quite well. However, everything happened too fast because they try to include manyThe best thing about this film is that it was filled with brutal, bloody and satisfied fights. Music and picture were great. The cast had done their roles quite well. However, everything happened too fast because they try to include many events in just limited amount of time. It made the peak, plot and many thing else less persuasive. Mortal Kombat is a great film if you just want to be entertained. … Expand

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RIko374Jun 16, 2021

Как фанат серии, остался доволен. Жду второго фильма, верится, что могут сделать ещё лучше.

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rak_ibJun 15, 2021

The ending and last 30/40 minutes are really good.The beginning is interesting.The movie gets kind of dull & average in the middle.If you like mortal kombat games you will like this film for sure.Overall just an above average movie.You canThe ending and last 30/40 minutes are really good.The beginning is interesting.The movie gets kind of dull & average in the middle.If you like mortal kombat games you will like this film for sure.Overall just an above average movie.You can give it a try.… Expand

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PeanutSaturnJun 13, 2021

It was a good movie with great gory kills. A great movie based on a video game

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Ren_55May 27, 2021

Mega nice !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ich reue mich jetzt schon auf Part 2-5 !?!?

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Tom_SupremeMay 27, 2021

Expected nothing special but was pleasantly surprised. I'm looking forward to MK2.

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SurfeR94May 25, 2021

Lot of fights, few conversations in conclusion good Mortal Kombat, bad plot :)

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avcazaresMay 23, 2021

This movie was so much better than I expected. Unlike most "real life" movies this is exactly that ..real life fighting, characters were exactly what you would picture the character to look like and behave and speak if they were real. I amThis movie was so much better than I expected. Unlike most "real life" movies this is exactly that ..real life fighting, characters were exactly what you would picture the character to look like and behave and speak if they were real. I am hoping there are more movies to come. This would be bigger than Marvel... I love Marvel movies but Mortal Kombat best movie in a long long time. We needed this...… Expand

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MesseboyMay 21, 2021

I have a hard time scoring this. On one hand: movies based on video games are never really gonna reach Oscar status. Yet, I was entertained from start to end. It stayed on point and didn't have any dull moments. The soundtrack was also a hugeI have a hard time scoring this. On one hand: movies based on video games are never really gonna reach Oscar status. Yet, I was entertained from start to end. It stayed on point and didn't have any dull moments. The soundtrack was also a huge upgrade compared to the older movies. Really want to see more… Expand

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WailingNebula11May 17, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie was really good along with its visuals, the fight scene was enjoyable to watch but around the last 30 minutes of the movie felt very rushed and I just don't like the fact that the main character has nothing to do with the Mortal Kombat franchise at all. Also, I wish more of the Mortal Kombat cast were in this movie, and for characters that were in the movie, they have a short role in it.… Expand

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Carlitos97May 16, 2021

It wasn´t as perfect a film as I thought but I don´t deny that It entertained me and enjoyed the Fights (especially the special effects which are cool to watch) and the brutality is certainly not lacking. That´s why this is Mortal KombatIt wasn´t as perfect a film as I thought but I don´t deny that It entertained me and enjoyed the Fights (especially the special effects which are cool to watch) and the brutality is certainly not lacking. That´s why this is Mortal Kombat (2021) where we needed brutality,action,Blood and Fights.… Expand

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PaddyP508May 15, 2021

I just got done watching it and as a life long fan of the franchise it was awesome and I think everyone involved did great. I dug the story, enjoyed the original character of Cole Young and his being a descendant of Scorpion was cool, theI just got done watching it and as a life long fan of the franchise it was awesome and I think everyone involved did great. I dug the story, enjoyed the original character of Cole Young and his being a descendant of Scorpion was cool, the fight choreography was solid, the gore and blood was awesome, and it was an enjoyable action movie. I think its complete BS that this movie is being poorly reviewed and has a 42% on this site, film critics can get bent. I mean it wasnt perfect but it was solid and im really hoping it gets a sequel but probably won't because of the morons telling people its bd.… Expand

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KyleTheMovieGuyMay 14, 2021

People keep talking about the plot weaknesses and lack of character development, etc...

What's wrong with everyone!? Have none of you done your homework? This movie was to set the stage for a huge franchise. The actors were all signed forPeople keep talking about the plot weaknesses and lack of character development, etc...

What's wrong with everyone!?

Have none of you done your homework?

This movie was to set the stage for a huge franchise. The actors were all signed for FOUR follow-up films at minimum if this was a success.

After 25 years of waiting, can't you all see that five films would provide more than enough time to tell all stories and more?

I've watched this movie six times and I'm currently about 20 min into my seventh. Yes, I enjoy the hell out of this movie.

I think people have become institutionalized by the Marvel Universe. Meaning, the Avengers movies felt so much heavier because all the characters were so developed.

News flash! Many of the characters had their own movie or several!!!

How the hell can you make an entire movie about any MK character without all the others???

Answer that and I'll agree to hear the ****

This movie is great. Mark my words, in time, we will all come to appreciate what has been done here.

I only hope that all the **** reviews haven't ruined our chances at future films.

If you haven't seen this, WATCH IT.

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GrizzlybierMay 14, 2021

When i watch this Movie, i felt like in a new MK video game with Story Mode. Thats ! its finally a Game Movie adapt.

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avengedsMay 14, 2021

Historia super genial !!!!!!! Me gustó mucho ... Cautivante y único :D Gracias

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garethvkMay 14, 2021

Fans of the Mortal Kombat series have known that the path to bringing the violent and controversial game to live-action formats has been a mixed bag. While the first film in 1995 was a decent hit; the follow-up in 1997 disappointed fans whoFans of the Mortal Kombat series have known that the path to bringing the violent and controversial game to live-action formats has been a mixed bag. While the first film in 1995 was a decent hit; the follow-up in 1997 disappointed fans who had grown weary of the PG-13 take on the series.

Subsequent efforts such as the 2011 television series also left fans wanting more; especially since the game series had become even more graphic and violent.

An animated film released in 2020 gave fans a taste of what they wanted as it featured graphical violence which many fans believed was essential to properly catch the spirit and action of the series.

The latest offering in the series “Mortal Kombat”; reboots the cinematic universe and gives fans the intense, brutal, and graphic violence that they have demanded. The film keeps the basic premise that the Outworld realm has won nine tournaments in a row, and based on the ancient laws; one more victory would allow them to take control of the Earth.

Raiden the Thunder God (Tadanobu Asano); who has been tasked with protecting Earth looks to assemble and train a band of champions to save Earth. Naturally, this is not going to be easy as Shang Tsung (Chin Han); is not willing to follow the rules of the tournament and dispatches his top fighter (Sub Zero (Joe Taslim) to dispatch the champions of Earth before the tournament in a clear violation of the rules in order to ensure total victory.

What follows is solid and very graphic action which contains gore and brutality on a level that almost kept the film from earning an R-rating. The action sequences are well-choreographed and there were some great recreations of classic moves by characters from the game series which were really well utilized and did not seem like gratuitous pandering.

While the plot is fairly simplistic and does not deviate greatly from the source material; it does give a larger backstory to the universe. It was really enjoyable to see many nods to the franchise throughout both subtle and overt and while some characters were glaringly absent which was a surprise; the characters that were included were really solid to see and the door was wide open for their inclusion at a later date.

While the cast does not contain any star power in terms of what Western audiences might expect from a major studio release; the ensemble works well and do a great job in bringing their characters to life.

The film leaves sequels wide open and teases a character that in my opinion was a glaring omission from the film. That being said; “Mortal Kombat” gives fans a solid adaptation that does not shy away from gore and violence and gives fans the cinematic experience that they have wanted.

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Hawk321May 13, 2021

Great movie, if you followed the games and their story. The actors do a great job, effects are top notch and there is no BS, don't get fooled by some negative reviews.

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FrAySsErMay 13, 2021

Supergeiler Film. Gezeigt werden auch die superbrutalen Fatalitys. Hoffe auf eine Fortsetzung!!!

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Ps5raMay 13, 2021

Die Charaktere wurden sehr gut besetzt und die Story ist einfach nur der Hammer

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akshatmahajanMay 13, 2021

I am not big fan of the game but the movie was entertaining for me. It had great action and fight choreography along with good special effects. Characters and their abilities were also very well done.
The main problem with the movie was thatI am not big fan of the game but the movie was entertaining for me. It had great action and fight choreography along with good special effects. Characters and their abilities were also very well done.
The main problem with the movie was that storyline was predictable from the beginning. The plot could have been better. Expectations go high when studio takes 20 years to make a reboot. Overall, a total enjoyment (if you watch it without high expectations).… Expand

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Xenomorph_killsMay 10, 2021

The fight scenes are amazing. It's no spoiler that fatalities are included in this, and they are glorious. That itself is worth even going to the theater to see it. But, the movie is hampered by bad acting from half of its cast, confusingThe fight scenes are amazing. It's no spoiler that fatalities are included in this, and they are glorious. That itself is worth even going to the theater to see it. But, the movie is hampered by bad acting from half of its cast, confusing plot, and some really rushed story lines. Overall enjoyable but could've been a lot better.… Expand

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HonestwomanMay 10, 2021

This movie is amazing and finally the movie mk fans deserve. It's fast moving, brutal like the game, stays true to the game, and new aging of Cole young fits very well and doesn't feel forced.

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greenisgoodMay 9, 2021

Tl;DR - A lot of people touted that the curse of bad video game movies finally ended with Sonic, I didn't fully agree with this. But seeing something just as iconic as the latter makes me believe it a little more, Mortal Kombat movie is notTl;DR - A lot of people touted that the curse of bad video game movies finally ended with Sonic, I didn't fully agree with this. But seeing something just as iconic as the latter makes me believe it a little more, Mortal Kombat movie is not some amazing recreation of the game but a competent argument for the 'Video game movies are now good' side.

The Good
A lot of things were well done, primarily the fight scenes and I believe that the character's personalities are well captured from the overall mythos of Mortal Kombat franchise.

The gore was welcome and so was the competent CGI that was used to create this movie, some uncanny valley stuff pops up here and there but everything pretty much holds up.

The best part of the movie was Kano however, I did not expect to enjoy the smart/foul mouthed Australian stereotype portrayal. I guess casting a true blue Aussie like Josh Lawson paid of well. I was genuinely sad to see him die, hopefully some Shang Tsung sorcery will bring him back for a sequel. Shout out to Sanada for giving a short but great performance as Hanzo/The face of the MK franchise aka Scorpion.

Jessica/Blade, Mechad/Jax, Han/Tsung, Lin/Liu, Huang/Lao and Asano/Raiden all looked like they enjoyed their time on sets and really got the essence of the MK franchise in their interactions.

The Bad
My one hope is that Cole does not come back in the sequel or if he does they give him the Cage treatment from Annihilation and then transfer over the POV of the hero to the actor that plays Cage.
Cole was quite boring just stumbling from one set piece to another except for the end where he faces off vs Goro. I get the need for a audience viewpoint into a new world but do all these slapped on characters in such franchises need to be a wet towel, I'm sure they can do better.

The pacing was a bit off, going briskly from plot point to plot point at a good speed and then just turbocharging into the climax suddenly it was a bit abrupt but manageable.

All in all this was a fun watch just like Sonic, not gonna be watching this again for a while but hopefully there will be a sequel.

The spirit is there and even though the 95 movie will always be my jam this is a good attempt nonetheless that deserves one more chance to get it right.… Expand

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PoyoPoyo123May 9, 2021

Cool martial arts film with great fan service. I like Cole Young as well and I hope he makes it in a new mortal kombat movie

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jaeceeMay 8, 2021

I've gone to every review site in the hopes of being able to tell you that movie is amazing. I may be biased as a Mortal Kombat fan but even trying to look past that I generally can't see a flaw in this movie. Loved the goose bumps, story wasI've gone to every review site in the hopes of being able to tell you that movie is amazing. I may be biased as a Mortal Kombat fan but even trying to look past that I generally can't see a flaw in this movie. Loved the goose bumps, story was easy to follow if you pay attention to what they say, Kano made me laugh aloud multiple times and the fight scenes where as gory as ever.… Expand

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g0nadMay 8, 2021

Well beyond expectations, there were times where I was concerned the extreme nature of the movie would wear thin however it was consistently entertaining. Kano didn’t disappoint.

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RonathMay 8, 2021

Why do I score it an 8? Because it amused me. Maybe nostalgia. You should go into this movie knowing what it is, a goofy movie about a handful of humans fighting monsters in a competition to save the world. It's not high art.

There are twoWhy do I score it an 8? Because it amused me. Maybe nostalgia. You should go into this movie knowing what it is, a goofy movie about a handful of humans fighting monsters in a competition to save the world. It's not high art.

There are two major issues, Mortal Kombat never "officially" occurs and a stupid amount of content is shoved into the last thirty minutes of the movie. It definitely could have been improved, but it happily takes the throne of it's predecessors.… Expand

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JdrussellMay 7, 2021

I really liked it. All the action scenes were great, the story was good without being overbearing, and it had a good flow.

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AndreAlexMay 7, 2021

I really enjoyed this and appreciate all the fan services a lot of people dislike it but I definitely didn't.

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ALFRANCOMay 6, 2021

Overall good movie, most characters are ok, Kano carried a lot of the movie, they blew it with Raiden, the worst of all by a mile.
Soundtrack and plot pacing could have been a lot better, honestly this movie deserves a 6-7 if you are not thatOverall good movie, most characters are ok, Kano carried a lot of the movie, they blew it with Raiden, the worst of all by a mile.
Soundtrack and plot pacing could have been a lot better, honestly this movie deserves a 6-7 if you are not that much of a MK fan.… Expand

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RyanleemetsMay 6, 2021

Sure it was a bit silly at times(dragon tattoo), but this was an enjoyable movie setting up a film universe. Hope to see more. Sub zero vs scorpion was great. Would love a deep dive into their past in another film. Would love to see theSure it was a bit silly at times(dragon tattoo), but this was an enjoyable movie setting up a film universe. Hope to see more. Sub zero vs scorpion was great. Would love a deep dive into their past in another film. Would love to see the future of their characters going forward, including quan chi. It did stray a bit from video game lore but that was to be expected… Expand

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IntelcheffMay 5, 2021

It was a fun start to what I hope to be a continued reboot. It's light on the back story, but has some of my favorite characters, some good and great fight scenes, and a bit of violence and gore...but what else would you expect from Mortal Kombat?

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TeakBridge6671May 5, 2021

Overall I had doubts going into it, but it was a lot of fun for what it was, it definitely looked and felt like a Mortal Kombat movie, but my biggest problem with this movie is that it felt like a fan-film. But a super high budget fan-film.Overall I had doubts going into it, but it was a lot of fun for what it was, it definitely looked and felt like a Mortal Kombat movie, but my biggest problem with this movie is that it felt like a fan-film. But a super high budget fan-film. The second problem I have with this movie is that some characters don't get enough time to establish themselves.
But that's not to say that I didn't enjoy all of it, the production values are really up there, the cinematography looks beautiful, the script is fine, the story lays the foundation in a solid way, the performances are iconic enough to where I can see these characters come to life, and the fight scenes. Needless to say they are AMAZING. The blood and gore was awesome to look at.
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taylorpioMay 3, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pretty much everything you could have expected or asked for: Kano meming out, vfx delight, and enthralling action.… Expand

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HurricanejoelnoMay 3, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is definitely a set up movie, for a trilogy maybe? It was made for existing fans of the games and had a ton of references that without the context of knowing the games make no sense but overall it was entertaining and fun. Having Scorpion and Sub-Zero be the focus was smart since they are easily the most popular characters in the franchise, if not the most recognizable.… Expand

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Mulrak67May 2, 2021

Really loved this movie. Was a lot of fun to watch. Hope this franchise continues.

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MigaloMay 2, 2021

What an entertaining movie. As an MK fan growing up and playing the various iterations they finally did justice to the franchise. Acting was pretty average (hence the 9) but fight scenes and fatalities were awesome! Glad they going to make itWhat an entertaining movie. As an MK fan growing up and playing the various iterations they finally did justice to the franchise. Acting was pretty average (hence the 9) but fight scenes and fatalities were awesome! Glad they going to make it into a franchise. Dont expect oscar worthy acting but more on the sheer fun of MK. Cant wait for the next one!!!… Expand

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RiddickeyesMay 2, 2021

I was very surprised with this new installment, very funny blood fatalitys references everything I expected and more!

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Sander78May 1, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La película tiene su encanto, tal vez suena algo raro el hecho de que sus habilidades especiales sean dadas por la marca del dragon, que scorpion todavía tuviera linaje y eso, pero no olvida a los protagonistas y algunos guiños a los diferentes personajes de mortal kombat, además tratar de hablar de la saga de mortal kombat en una sola peluca sería una locura solo debemos ser pacientes para mas entregas de esta posible saga de películas y ver como lo mejoran, lo único que tal vez me dejó un poco desanimado es no ver a shao khan pero aun haci esta bien… Expand

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TheAlmightyAsiaMay 1, 2021

The story itself is kinda lackluster and the characters aren't 100% true to the original lore of the video games but lets be real: are you really watching Mortal Kombat for the story? The action scenes in general feel very well choreographedThe story itself is kinda lackluster and the characters aren't 100% true to the original lore of the video games but lets be real: are you really watching Mortal Kombat for the story? The action scenes in general feel very well choreographed and set up and the background for each character is just faithful enough to where you can tell who is who right off the bat. I appreciated the references and cameos for each character but would've liked for it to be closer to what the original games had… Expand

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NVKOLASMay 1, 2021

Great movie! The producers did a fantastic job fleshing the characters into real life and the movie was a lot of fun to watch as a fan of the video games. I absolutely feel that the writers did right by the fans. The story was a bit all overGreat movie! The producers did a fantastic job fleshing the characters into real life and the movie was a lot of fun to watch as a fan of the video games. I absolutely feel that the writers did right by the fans. The story was a bit all over the place, but the acting was mostly great with some stand outs (such as Kano) performing extremely well. I hope this movie is a set up for a new Mortal Kombat cinematic universe! You can count on me watching them day 1.… Expand

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Shekky84May 1, 2021

I enjoyed the movie story felt a bit rushed but overall enjoyable. To make this not feel so rushed they could have spread the story out over a few movies but were dealing with a video game movie and those usually don't go very well so I canI enjoyed the movie story felt a bit rushed but overall enjoyable. To make this not feel so rushed they could have spread the story out over a few movies but were dealing with a video game movie and those usually don't go very well so I can understand the rushed story.… Expand

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BigblockApr 30, 2021

Listen if you like the video game you will like the movie. Take it for what it is a good adaption of the series with accurate costumes and fatalities. If you want depth and character development... watch a backstory video on YouTube. If youListen if you like the video game you will like the movie. Take it for what it is a good adaption of the series with accurate costumes and fatalities. If you want depth and character development... watch a backstory video on YouTube. If you do you’ll probably get every reference in the movie. The action is good, the fights are good, and it doesn’t suck.… Expand

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ekolite82Apr 30, 2021

Came in with zero expectations and left the drive in theater quite happy with what I saw. Very good acting and interesting plot. Better than most action movies I’ve seen in the last 20 years. Just watch and have fun. Recommended.

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KleatwoodApr 30, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I went into this not expecting alot. I know some about Mortal Kombat, but never got into. This movie has made me interested. There is a good story, great fight scenes. And knowing that they plan to do more! I am interested in see what they have planned for next.… Expand

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KhalazzaApr 30, 2021

Acting was not amazing, but turned out way better than i though, a good watch.

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AcUnitApr 29, 2021

Fight scenes: A+
Writing / Store: F-
Main character is a Sonic OC DO NOT STEAL

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JameskiddApr 29, 2021

The portrait of each character is accurate and as a gamer myself I find this movie surpassed many game based movies. CGI is amazing. Maybe a second MK movie after ?

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tcphantomApr 29, 2021

I came into this movie expecting it to be another average video game movie that sucked but surprised me and turned out to be a entertaining movie.

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JonnyTheGreatApr 29, 2021

This movie is awesome! Best fighting sequence scenes I've seen in a long while, the martial arts choreography is amazing. Sure brings back my childhood memories as a kid growing up in the 90s! I'm already grateful that film studios nowadaysThis movie is awesome! Best fighting sequence scenes I've seen in a long while, the martial arts choreography is amazing. Sure brings back my childhood memories as a kid growing up in the 90s! I'm already grateful that film studios nowadays even bother to release new entries to something so old school like Mortal Kombat and Space Jam. Gotta show support!… Expand

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Gamer4etoBGApr 29, 2021

This movie is a Flawless Victory for me. 10/10. Watched it with my friends efinitely recommend it. Waiting for the sequels!

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mattyiceboyApr 28, 2021

Super cheesy, super violent, cool call backs and Easter eggs. Can't ask for much more, im not super into the games lore so I think I enjoyed it more. Cheesy acting with dope action.

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Kingsmen1Apr 28, 2021

Great and fun movie. Very gory which is what MK is known for. I definitely do not get the negative reviews! Critics and fans alike have sh** on all 3 mortal Kombat movies, I saw this coming a mile away. Some people are just unhappy withGreat and fun movie. Very gory which is what MK is known for. I definitely do not get the negative reviews! Critics and fans alike have sh** on all 3 mortal Kombat movies, I saw this coming a mile away. Some people are just unhappy with everything. Ignore the reviews and be your Own judge.… Expand

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Darkside_DanApr 24, 2021

Watched the movie twice because the first time it didn't sit well with me. On second view, this is the best Mortal Kombat movie yet. I love the orginal, hated the sequel. This is a good starting point for hopefully a fun trilogy. Lots ofWatched the movie twice because the first time it didn't sit well with me. On second view, this is the best Mortal Kombat movie yet. I love the orginal, hated the sequel. This is a good starting point for hopefully a fun trilogy. Lots of fan service for people who have been with the game and IP since MKI. Would strongly recommend at least a watch if you enjoy the games and are a fan of the series. I did have a few fan issues with things but overall, it was a fun movie and I enjoyed it.… Expand

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MajidahApr 28, 2021

One of the best video game movies I've seen. Ever. Period. If you didn't like it you are either clueless or an uptight nerd.

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RedZeddApr 28, 2021

For a "game based" movie, it was quite good. If I'm being honest, the storyline was so-so. It's a bit rushed. The best thing in this movie was the hanzo-bi han flashback, the fight scenes, and ofc all of the fatalities. I hope they improveFor a "game based" movie, it was quite good. If I'm being honest, the storyline was so-so. It's a bit rushed. The best thing in this movie was the hanzo-bi han flashback, the fight scenes, and ofc all of the fatalities. I hope they improve the storyline and all of the characters development in the next movies..… Expand

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xStarMosxApr 28, 2021

Фильм отличный. Нытиков вокруг него много

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ImhonestApr 28, 2021

I enjoyed the movie. Don't expect good dialogues thought. There is a lot of gore but I would love to see more violent fights. I want to see more.
Please release the sequels.

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KPtgeCriticApr 27, 2021

I enjoyed the movie and look forward to the franchise moving forward. The beginning is 10/10 will the other character developments are just enough fleshed out 7/10. What kept this movie alive is no doubt Kano. Without that character II enjoyed the movie and look forward to the franchise moving forward. The beginning is 10/10 will the other character developments are just enough fleshed out 7/10. What kept this movie alive is no doubt Kano. Without that character I wouldn't of enjoyed it. I want a second one and I dont care if it takes another 3 years. I hope the casting of cage will be a great actor that really rings the sequel to the top. Wouldn't mind seeing a flashback on Jax getting the dragon mark… Expand

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JaxGraffApr 27, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Para mi fue una buena adapatacion, llena de fan service, y mucho gore, el problema tal vez es que al ser hecha para tener secuelas la historia se siente solo como introducción y no atrapa realmente, y el nuevo personaje tampoco tiene tanto carisma, sin embargo fuera de eso es una película que disfruté mucho y me emocionó en ciertas partes… Expand

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Jnewman85Apr 27, 2021

Critics are dumb because they don't manage their expectations when watching these types of films. They compare and contrast like pretentious pricks to other award winning films.

Its a martial flick based off a video game....a veryCritics are dumb because they don't manage their expectations when watching these types of films. They compare and contrast like pretentious pricks to other award winning films.

Its a martial flick based off a video game....a very entertaining one at that. Surprisingly lots of humor (specifically from Kano). Manage your expectations and enjoy it for what it is. Decent martial arts/action sequences, funny, blood and gore - all checkmarks. CGI so-so, story so-so. Entertaining overall without expecting every actor to be Gary Oldman in Darkest Hour - check! Probably the best movie based on a game for sure.… Expand

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togrindApr 27, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Мне понравился фильм. НО! Я не понимаю, почему современный продакшн так наплевательски относится к побору саундреков? Что плохо в МК 2021? Это никакая музыка, т.е. вообще , такое ощущение, что за пару дней написали эти саундтреки на заднем фоне и все на этом. Где мое легендарное интро, от которго я в детстве не в силах оторваться от экрана телевизора? Где легендарная музыка в файтинг сценах? Где блин крутая музыка??? Я велосипед в детстве продал ради касеты Мортал Комбат, чтобы постоянно пересматривать этот фильм и повторять приемы возле зеркала под наикрутейшую музыку из фильма. Посмотрите у всех легендарных фильмов есть свой саундтрек, который узнаешь по первым нотам. Короче за музыку ставлю 0.… Expand

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RandallFlagg702Apr 27, 2021

I am really confused what movie all these bad reviews watched. Movie was fun and had the right amount of gore. Who cares about the lore, the story made sense and the acting was great.

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TurbogamexApr 27, 2021

Another great addition after 20-year break. Wanna see less talk, more fatalities. Make more!

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GoodeyApr 27, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't understand why so many bad review this movie gets. This movie is really awesome and i wish they'll made the second. I really hope we can see more sequel been made for this mortal kombat movie universe.… Expand

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ThomasziemannApr 27, 2021

For an MK fan this movie was pretty good and waaaaaaaaay better than this trash MK Annihilation! Even though the writing sometimes felt weird.

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BigpapaharisApr 27, 2021

Action from the start till the end! Loved it! The best mortal kombat movie for sure!!

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NeotanshukApr 27, 2021

........................................................................nice

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JustmentalApr 27, 2021

Cool fight, lots of shirtless and ripped good looking guys. Hopeful for a sequel.

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irvingilesApr 27, 2021

Great movie the story was a little confusing mortal kombat is trying to add a new character to the franchise

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LuciusMcGibbonApr 27, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well paint me red and call me Clifford, it's a Mortal Kombat movie with serviceable direction and some actual gore. A few nothing-special fight scenes with some fan service in the form of fatalities and special moves (not to mention Kano's mouth) is really all there is to stitch together the slow scenes, the story is pretty been-there-done-that and (spoiler alert? maybe?) the power unlocking bit feels like a tacked-on plot contrivance... But it was fun, and I'm just not inclined to poke that many holes in it considering how far we've now come since Annihilation.… Expand

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Justinb2021Apr 26, 2021

Omg

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DJ_ART3MISApr 26, 2021

Amazing movie! Very fresh take on the storyline! Very excited for the sequels!

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Dre2koolApr 26, 2021

Liked how they giving all the characters of the franchise a part of the story

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vcoApr 26, 2021

Simplesmente foda o começo foi foda Deu uma caiu mas recuperou muito bem, estou no aguardo da continuação.

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JarwibocenApr 26, 2021

I loved it. It's mortal kombat, nothing more, nothing less. I seen it on hbo. Going to see in theaters.

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gareththestuffApr 26, 2021

I really like this movie, I think its the best video game movie yet, and it is the best adaption of the games yet.

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tomplayerApr 26, 2021

I really liked it, I never liked mortal kombat as a game itself but this movie was a fun watch, I don't get all the bad reviews honestly. It builds up a good base for future movies of the series, and after finding out that there are a lotI really liked it, I never liked mortal kombat as a game itself but this movie was a fun watch, I don't get all the bad reviews honestly. It builds up a good base for future movies of the series, and after finding out that there are a lot more characters in the mk universe with different skills I'm even more thrilled to see more.… Expand

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SoapNuggetApr 26, 2021

The critics are being way too harsh on this film, I had a whole lot of fun when watching this movie, it had the right amount of violence, humor and callbacks to the original without going overboard with it, seriously go watch it for yourselfThe critics are being way too harsh on this film, I had a whole lot of fun when watching this movie, it had the right amount of violence, humor and callbacks to the original without going overboard with it, seriously go watch it for yourself and then decide… Expand

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Morlex64Apr 26, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Literalmente son 2 horas de fan service puro, y eso lo vuelve especial para los fans que siguen la saga desde hace años osiosi… Expand

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