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  • FILM FACTS: 5 Things to Know About ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’

    Grab your mushrooms and fire flowers, gamers—it’s time to level up with The Super Mario Bros. Movie! This action-packed film brings our favorite Nintendo characters to life in a way we’ve never seen before. Before you grab your popcorn and settle in for the ultimate gaming adventure, check out these 5 fascinating facts about “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” that you definitely don’t want to miss!

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    (from left) Donkey Kong (Seth Rogen), Mario (Chris Pratt), Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy) and Cranky Kong (Fred Armisen) in Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.

    1. A Stellar Voice Cast

    Familiar Faces Behind Iconic Characters

    The “Super Mario Bros. Movie” boasts an incredible lineup of talented actors lending their voices to our beloved characters. Chris Pratt brings Mario to life, while Anya Taylor-Joy portrays Princess Peach. Charlie Day voices Luigi, Jack Black takes on Bowser, and Keegan-Michael Key lends his voice to Toad. Donkey Kong is voiced by Seth Rogen, with Fred Armisen as Cranky Kong. Additionally, Sebastian Maniscalco plays Spike, and Kevin Michael Richardson stars as Kamek. The voice cast members are all fans of the franchise and have worked closely with the filmmakers to create authentic, memorable performances for their characters.

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    (from left) Mario (Chris Pratt) and Luigi (Charlie Day) in Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.

    2. A Long-Awaited Reboot

    A Gaming Classic’s Second Chance

    Die-hard fans might remember the 1993 live-action “Super Mario Bros.” movie, which didn’t quite hit the mark for audiences and critics. However, the 2023 animated adaptation promises to be a game-changer (pun intended). Produced by Illumination, the studio behind global blockbusters like “Despicable Me,” “Minions,” “Sing,” and “The Secret Life of Pets,” and co-financed by Universal Pictures and Nintendo, this reboot is the result of over six years of collaboration between Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Mario. With the release of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” the duo aims to redefine Mario and Luigi’s cinematic legacy, and captivate audiences worldwide.

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    (from left) Kamek (Kevin Michael Richardson) and Luigi (Charlie Day) in Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.

    3. Gaming Easter Eggs Galore

    A Treasure Trove for Fans

    What’s a video game movie without Easter eggs? “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” is filled with subtle nods to the beloved franchise, from familiar power-ups to iconic sound effects. Keep your eyes peeled and ears open as you venture through the Mushroom Kingdom—you never know what gaming gems you might find along the way!

    4. Brian Tyler’s Musical Magic

    Orchestrating a New Chapter in Mario Music

    For the score of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” the filmmakers enlisted the talents of renowned composer Brian Tyler. Known for his work on films like “F9,” “Transformers: Prime,” “Iron Man 3,” and “Crazy Rich Asians,” Tyler’s passion for Nintendo games and experience in video game scoring made him the perfect choice.

    Drawing inspiration from the grand-sized orchestra at the heart of many classic films, Tyler masterfully blended traditional orchestral elements with the iconic 8-bit sounds from the original Mario games. Collaborating closely with Nintendo’s Koji Kondo and producer Shigeru Miyamoto, Tyler crafted a score that pays homage to the original themes while introducing new melodies to represent Mario in this fresh cinematic adaptation.

    5. A Platform for Future Nintendo Films?

    Leveling Up the Cinematic Landscape

    With the release of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” one can’t help but wonder if this could pave the way for more Nintendo properties to hit the silver screen. If Mario and Luigi’s cinematic adventure proves to be a box office hit, we might see other beloved characters like Zelda, Donkey Kong, or even Samus Aran from “Metroid” making their way to theaters in the future. Fingers crossed for a Nintendo cinematic universe!

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    (from left) Luigi (Charlie Day) and Bowser (Jack Black) in Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.

    Bonus Film Fact: Bowser’s Unexpected Musical Background

    Jack Black Sings as Bowser

    Jack Black voices Bowser, the ultimate power-hungry villain and King of the Koopas, in “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.” The film reveals a vulnerable, silly side to Bowser by giving him a musical background. Bowser sings a piano ballad about his love for Princess Peach called “Peaches.” The idea was conceived by the film’s writers and directors, who wanted to convey Bowser’s feelings in a fun, sweet, and humorous way.

    Black, an accomplished singer and musician, collaborated with the writers and his longtime collaborator, John Spiker, to create the song. Black’s favorite scenes in the movie are those with his character alongside his trusty assistant, Kamek, voiced by Kevin Michael Richardson.

    This bonus film fact showcases the creative collaboration and the multi-dimensional characters that make “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” a unique and entertaining experience.

    Ready to warp into the world of The Super Mario Bros. Movie? These 5 facts offer an enticing preview of the thrill awaiting fans of the iconic gaming franchise. With its star-studded cast, fresh take on a classic story, and loving attention to detail, this film promises to be a must-watch for gamers and movie lovers alike. So gear up, grab your popcorn, and dive into the Mushroom Kingdom’s latest cinematic adventure!

    The Super Mario Bros. Movie is now showing in cinemas nationwide. Buy your tickets here.

  • Action-Packed Quest Awaits Fans and Gamers in “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”

    Nintendo’s mustached hero Mario, along with the rest of the characters from the Super Mario Bros. that have been captivating gamers and fans for decades jump out of the game for The Super Mario Bros. Movie that will finally open in Philippine cinemas on April 19.

    For the first time, iconic global entertainment brands Illumination and Nintendo join forces to create “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”, a new cinematic adventure starring pop culture’s most prominent plumber of the past four decades.  Based on the world of Nintendo’s Super Mario games, the film invites audiences into a vibrant, thrilling new universe unlike any created before in an action-packed cinematic comedy event.

    Mario and Princess Peach

    In “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”, while working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers Mario (Chris Pratt, Jurassic World and The LEGO Movie franchises) and brother Luigi (Charlie Day,  Horrible Bosses) are transported down a mysterious pipe and wander into a magical new world. But when the brothers are separated, Mario embarks on an epic quest to find Luigi.  With the assistance of a Mushroom Kingdom resident Toad (Keegan-Michael Key, The Lion King) and some training from the strong-willed ruler of the Mushroom Kingdom Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy, The Queen’s Gambit), Mario taps into his own power.

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    Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” features an extraordinary comedic cast, including Jack Black (Jumanji films) as Bowser, Seth Rogen (The Fabelmans) as Donkey Kong, Fred Armisen (Saturday Night Live) as Cranky Kong, Kevin Michael Richardson (Family Guy) as Kamek and Sebastian Maniscalco (Green Book) as Spike, plus a special voice appearance by Charles Martinet, who has voiced the characters of Mario and Luigi in the Super Mario games for more than 30 years.

    Donkey Kong voiced by Rogen Mario Pratt Princess Peach Taylor Joy Cranky Kong Armisen

    Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of the Super Mario games and producer of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, explains that the Super Mario world connects with so many people across the globe because it has continued to evolve since its conception. “Since I was a child, I longed to become a manga artist, and until around the time that I entered high school, my dream was to become one,” Miyamoto says. “Around then, I was imagining the characters I drew myself appearing in my own manga. Although the rail shifted to the game instead of manga, I believe that if my first game was not fun enough, the characters which appear in it would not have remained in everyone’s memories. Fortunately, the character which appeared in Donkey Kong, the very first game I developed, was remembered and recognized by many people, and allowed me to produce many series of games after that. For the people who play the game, the character was recognized as an alter ego of themselves which moves around on the TV screen. And Mario evolved along with the evolvement of digital technology. As I continuously produced a game of Mario whenever a new technology came out, Mario became a very unique character which is totally one of a kind.”

    From Universal Pictures International, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” starts playing in local cinemas nationwide on April 19.

  • “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” opens April 2023 in Philippine Cinemas

    Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic (collaborators on Teen Titans Go!, Teen Titans Go! To the Movies) from a screenplay by Matthew Fogel (The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, Minions: The Rise of Gru), the film stars Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong, Fred Armisen as Cranky Kong, Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek and Sebastian Maniscalco as Spike.

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    The film is produced by Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and by Shigeru Miyamoto for Nintendo. The film is co-produced by Universal Pictures and Nintendo and released worldwide by Universal Pictures.

  • WATCH: ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Reveals Full Trailer

    Illumination’s animated movie adaptation of the hit video game franchise has dropped its official trailer! Starring the voice of Chris Pratt as the iconic character, The Super Mario Bros. Movie promises to deliver a fun film filled with references from different games across the franchise!

    Watch the latest trailer for The Super Mario Bros. Movie below:

    The film follows the plumber Mario who must join forces with Luigi, Princess Peach, and Toad to put a stop to the evil Bowser and his plans of invasion. Joining Pratt on the voice cast are Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong, Fred Armisen as Cranky Kong, Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek, and Sebastian Maniscalco as Spike.

    The Super Mario Bros. Movie is directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, and produced by Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto. The movie is set to hit US theaters on April 7, 2023.

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