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The 1993 Mario Movie Sure Was Weird (BONUS)

Jun 22, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Bob Hoskins Hated Filming Experience

  • Bob Hoskins, who played Mario, called the film a nightmare and criticized the directors extensively.
  • Despite the trouble, Hoskins delivered a memorable performance embodying a stereotypical Italian character with British charm.
INSIGHT

Movie's Unique Bizarre Tone

  • The 1993 Mario movie is a unique blend of gritty dystopian scenery and bizarre plot elements.
  • Its incoherence stems from multiple rewrites and conflicts during production, leading to a cult weirdness.
INSIGHT

Many Script Versions Explain Confusion

  • Numerous script rewrites existed, adopting varied styles like Mad Max, Ghostbusters, and Die Hard treatments.
  • These rewrites and meddling from Nintendo and Disney caused inconsistent tone and narrative confusion.
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