“Mortal Kombat” (1995) is a martial arts fantasy film based on the popular video game series of the same name. Directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, it was one of the early attempts to adapt a video game into a feature film.
The film follows a group of martial artists who are summoned to a mysterious island to participate in a tournament called Mortal Kombat. The fate of Earth is at stake as they face off against the forces of the evil sorcerer Shang Tsung and his minions.
Overall, “Mortal Kombat” (1995) is appreciated for its entertainment value and its role in the early wave of video game adaptations, even if it doesn’t achieve high cinematic acclaim.
