champjohnson29

Regina Hall and Sterling K Brown are a great duo in this film. Both are hilarious when needed and add emotional depth when needed. The documentary style of it takes some getting used to... maybe for budget reasons. There are times where I wish more happened. The story felt unfinished and there was no real character arcs in my opinion but I guess thats a real depiction of life because most preachers who find themselves in this type of predicament usually dont learn. I enjoyed what was given overall. I laughed out loud so many times. Regina is great in this. An acquired taste for some. Entertaining for others.

This movie obviously has it's flaws. The writing is the worst part. However, this movie was an extremely fun watch that set a good foundation for an entire franchise in the future.

Opening scene is beautiful. Characters like Sub Zero, Kano, Jax, Kung Lao and Sonya definitely steal the show. Besides the writing, the character of Cole Young is a hot mess. Just a complete waste of screen time. Get rid of him.

Overall, I had a great time watching. The fighting, the effects, the fan service made it an enjoyable watch and I'm anxious for a sequel and for films beyond it. I am confident that with a bigger budget, a better writing team and a new director that can pull more compelling acting out of the actors, the movie will elevate itself even higher.

I was super excited for this movie. Not just because I loved the book but because I know wealth in Asian culture is super exaggerated and over the top, so seeing it on screen in a crass, comedic way made me anxious to see it. The cast was perfectly chosen from the legendary Michelle Yeoh and the upcoming Constance Wu, whose potential as a leading lady is undebatable. But also a lot of new up-and-comers like Awkwafina and Henry Goulding.

The film was visually stunning. Singapore is beautiful. The fashion was amazing and the pacing of the story was good but I'm afraid the film suffers in aspects of the writing and directing. The story and characters could have went much more in depth. The leading couple's chemistry wasnt fully realized. The Mother's disdain for Rachel wasnt really focused until the very end but it was too quick. The film was needed and I'm glad it was made but I'm not opposed to mixing up the behind-the-scenes teams if it means we will get a more well rounded cast of characters and a more engaging story.

Of course, romantic comedies are an acquired taste so if they're not for you, that's okay. But if you a love them like me you will still enjoy this film because its a fun ride, has some great laughs at times and is definitely rewatchable. Hopefully the film's success will warrant a sequel and all that didnt happen in the first one can be explored in the second!