Street Fighter

Cheesy but good

Always loved this as a kid. Still has a spot in my heart.

I was disappointed by the film's campy tone and unfaithfulness to the source material. Directed by Steven E. de Souza and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Raul Julia, this action film attempts to bring the popular video game to life.

Rating
3.4/10

I gave this film a mediocre rating due to its poorly executed plot, weak character development, and overblown effects. While it has some redeeming qualities, the film's flaws outweigh its strengths.

The Good
• Characters (Strengths): Raul Julia's performance as General M. Bison is standout, earning him a posthumous nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards.
• Enjoyment & Engagement: The film's action sequences and martial arts choreography are occasionally impressive.

The Not So Good
• Narrative & Story (Weaknesses): The plot is convoluted, and the themes are underdeveloped. The story is predictable and illogical at times.
• Characters (Weaknesses): Many characters feel poorly developed, and the casting choices are questionable at times.
• Directing & Filmmaking (Weaknesses): The direction is uninspired, and the pacing is slow in some areas. The film's tone is also inconsistent.
• Technical Aspects (Weaknesses): The special effects are overblown and unconvincing at times.

The Verdict
Street Fighter is a disappointing adaptation of the popular video game. While it has some notable moments, the film's flaws outweigh its strengths. Fans of action films or martial arts may find some enjoyment, but others may find it forgettable. Raul Julia's performance is a highlight, but it's not enough to save the film.

Additional Categories
• Genre & Tone: The film struggles to maintain a consistent tone, veering between action, drama, and camp.
• Target Audience: The film may appeal to fans of action films or martial arts, but it may not satisfy fans of the video game.
• Originality & Innovation: The film's storytelling and filmmaking are not particularly original or innovative.

Always loved this as a kid. Still has a spot in my heart.

I was disappointed by the film's campy tone and unfaithfulness to the source material. Directed by Steven E. de Souza and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Raul Julia, this action film attempts to bring the popular video game to life.

Rating
3.4/10

I gave this film a mediocre rating due to its poorly executed plot, weak character development, and overblown effects. While it has some redeeming qualities, the film's flaws outweigh its strengths.

The Good
• Characters (Strengths): Raul Julia's performance as General M. Bison is standout, earning him a posthumous nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards.
• Enjoyment & Engagement: The film's action sequences and martial arts choreography are occasionally impressive.

The Not So Good
• Narrative & Story (Weaknesses): The plot is convoluted, and the themes are underdeveloped. The story is predictable and illogical at times.
• Characters (Weaknesses): Many characters feel poorly developed, and the casting choices are questionable at times.
• Directing & Filmmaking (Weaknesses): The direction is uninspired, and the pacing is slow in some areas. The film's tone is also inconsistent.
• Technical Aspects (Weaknesses): The special effects are overblown and unconvincing at times.

The Verdict
Street Fighter is a disappointing adaptation of the popular video game. While it has some notable moments, the film's flaws outweigh its strengths. Fans of action films or martial arts may find some enjoyment, but others may find it forgettable. Raul Julia's performance is a highlight, but it's not enough to save the film.

Additional Categories
• Genre & Tone: The film struggles to maintain a consistent tone, veering between action, drama, and camp.
• Target Audience: The film may appeal to fans of action films or martial arts, but it may not satisfy fans of the video game.
• Originality & Innovation: The film's storytelling and filmmaking are not particularly original or innovative.

f Raul Julia. respect