A Minecraft Movie

Synopsis:A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve.

Movie Review: 

“The Minecraft Movie”, directed by Jared Hess, is based on the popular video game of the same name. It aims to capture the spirit and adventure of the game, but ultimately falls short in its attempt to be a funny and entertaining film. Despite its shortcomings, the movie does boast a talented cast that makes it somewhat watchable.

Jack Black shines in his role as Steve, an outcast with a heart of gold. His performance adds humor and likability to the film, making him the standout character. Black's singing and dancing also add an entertaining element to the movie.

The third act of the film, featuring an action-packed sequence to save the Overworld, is enjoyable to watch. Fans of the video game will appreciate the callbacks and pop culture references sprinkled throughout the movie.

However, the emotional backstory of siblings Henry and Natalie, played by Sebastian Eugene Hansen and Emma Myers, feels predictable and lacks impact. Similarly, Danielle Brooks' portrayal of Dawn, while decent, feels underutilized and one-dimensional.

Jason Momoa's portrayal of Garret, a former teen video game champion turned loser, falls flat. His attempt at humor comes off as annoying rather than endearing.

The addition of Jennifer Coolidge as Vice Principal Marlene adds little to the plot and feels unnecessary. The weak villain also detracts from the overall enjoyment of the film.

In conclusion, while “The Minecraft Movie” has its moments, it ultimately misses the mark for me. I would give it a rating of 2.5/5 stars.

Director: Jared Hess

Cast: Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Sebastian Eugene Hansen, Danielle Brooks, Rachel House, Allen Henry, Jared Hess , Jemaine Clement and Jennifer Coolidge 

Runtime: 101 Minutes