First created by Sega in 1991.
Now a movie by Paramount in 2020.
Sonic the Hedgehog is a fun film.
The movie is a great adaptation of the video game series.
Story itself isn't very unique and new.
But it tells itself well and knows how to have fun.
Ben Schwartz provides the voice of an energetic and enjoyable Sonic.
Jim Carrey is perfect as Robotnik and channels his 90s energy.
Sonic's design is very accurate, owing to the reception of the first trailer.
Though he doesn't always feel like he's actually there due to the CGI.
A lot of good jokes, especially those referencing the franchise's past, work well.
But other jokes are trying to be too modern, don't work, and Carrey can try too hard.
Really well done action scenes and set pieces show of Sonic's abilities and Robotnik's intellect.
Though certain choices made by certain characters, especially Sonic, don't always make sense.
It ends without any huge questions to answer for a sequel.
Though it does leave a few doors open for followups.
This video game based film proves that there is a way to make these movies work.
While a few worked before, Sonic the Hedgehog is not afraid to tackle its past.
Over all: 79%
2020 top list so far:
1. The Gentlemen
2. Birds of Prey
3. Bad Boys for Life
4. Sonic the Hedgehog
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