Mortal Kombat: What Went Wrong?

The video discusses the appeal of the 1995 Mortal Kombat film, highlighting its camp aesthetic, humor, and over-the-top nature. It contrasts this with the 2021 reboot, which aimed for realism and authenticity, losing the original's charm. The video explores the concept of camp, its intentionality, and how it was both embraced and missed in different Mortal Kombat adaptations.

What was the initial reaction to the 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot?

• It was ignored by fans of the franchise.

• It was celebrated for its innovative storytelling.

• It was criticized for lacking the original's appeal.

• It was praised for its faithfulness to the original.

What distinguishes Mortal Kombat from other fighting games like Street Fighter?

• Its focus on historical accuracy and storytelling.

• Its realistic graphics and sound effects.

• Its serious tone and straightforward gameplay.

• Its blend of humor, self-awareness, and over-the-top elements.

How is the camp aesthetic described in the context of Mortal Kombat?

• A serious and dramatic style.

• An over-the-top, playful, and exaggerated style.

• A focus on realism and authenticity.

• A minimalistic and understated approach.

What is a key characteristic of camp according to Susan Sontag?

• It is a serious and somber aesthetic.

• It is exclusive to modern pop culture.

• It is always intentional and planned.

• It can be both intentional and unintentional.

How does the 2021 Mortal Kombat film differ in its approach compared to the 1995 version?

• It focuses on realism and seriousness, moving away from camp.

• It embraces the camp aesthetic more than the original.

• It uses more humor and over-the-top elements.

• It has a lower budget and simpler production design.

What is a major critique of the 2021 Mortal Kombat film?

• It lacks the humor and campiness of the original.

• It focuses too much on special effects.

• It has too many comedic elements.

• It is too similar to the 1995 version.

What does the 2021 film's approach to Kano's death highlight?

• A return to the original's humor.

• A focus on dramatic and serious storytelling.

• An emphasis on comedic relief.

• A lack of character development.