As a seasoned movie critic with a childhood steeped in the golden age of arcade games, I must confess that my initial viewing of Pixels left me bewildered and disappointed. However, revisiting this film on Netflix has been an unexpected joy ride, much like the one I had playing Pac-Man for hours on end as a kid.
To the disappointment of numerous individuals, Adam Sandler at one point appeared in the movie “Pixels,” an unsuccessful blend of popular video game franchises that has since been revived on Netflix. The production boasted numerous famous cameos such as Pac-Man and Donkey Kong, along with a high-profile supporting cast and crew. Despite being widely regarded as a terrible film, users of Letterboxd are now enjoying it, viewing it as a potential “so bad it’s good” classic.
On Letterboxd, the film “Pixels” has been garnering affection from movie enthusiasts, although not always for the expected reasons. As “Pixels” ascends Netflix’s charts, reviews vary from a modest 2.5 stars to a perfect 5-star rating (which is clearly sarcastic). One review that stands out reads: “What’s wrong with this movie??? You all hate fun 🙄“. Meanwhile, some viewers are unsure as to why they enjoy the film, with user matt stating, “I love this movie for no reason at all, Josh Gadd is weak asf“. However, one viewer genuinely appreciated “Pixels”, commenting that it was “Truly not as bad as people made it out to be“. What’s surprising is that the majority of positive reviews seem to come from a younger generation than the video game characters in “Pixels” were intended for.
Debuting about a decade back in 2015, the movie titled “Pixels” was headlined by Sandler, Michelle Monaghan, Peter Dinklage, Josh Gad, and Kevin James. The narrative unfolds around a band of vintage arcade gamers who engage in combat against an alien invasion that assumes the appearance of classic video game characters. Despite its somewhat illogical storyline, “Pixels” offers over-the-top acting, particularly by Peter Dinklage, and a wealth of recognizable iconic imagery for passionate video game enthusiasts. If you’re seeking a dose of nostalgia, “Pixels” could be worth watching.
Pixels Levels Up on Netflix Streaming Chart
In recent times, there has been a significant resurgence in the world of movie adaptations based on video games. Shows like the Emmy-winning “The Last of Us” on HBO and the successful Sonic the Hedgehog franchise are prime examples. Yet, it’s important to acknowledge that not all video game adaptations are winners, and Pixels is one such example. Despite being led by Adam Sandler, this movie has found an audience on Netflix, making it the third most-streamed offering in the United States as of October 14, 2024. It’s worth noting that Netflix often provides a second life to films that didn’t perform well at the box office – *cough* Madame Web *cough* – but Pixels might be one of the few genuinely disappointing video game adaptations to receive such treatment.
If you’re not feeling Pixels, don’t worry! There are still some fantastic video game adaptations waiting for you on Netflix. For instance, Hayley Atwell shines as Lara Croft in the recently released and critically-acclaimed animated Tomb Raider series. And let’s not forget about Castlevania, a Netflix adaptation that’s definitely worth a binge, though its future is uncertain at the moment. If you’re an Adam Sandler fan, there’s plenty to enjoy on Netflix too, like Hubie Halloween and the upcoming Happy Gilmore sequel they’re currently working on. Enjoy the ride!
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2024-10-15 21:31