Kids sure love video game movies | TechCrunch
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The success of 'A Minecraft Movie' marks a significant moment in Hollywood as it has grossed $344 million domestically and $720 million globally, establishing itself as the largest film of the year so far. This success, alongside previous hits like 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' and the 'Sonic the Hedgehog' franchise, suggests that the curse of video game adaptations has been lifted. Key factors such as fan service and dedication to the source material have become crucial to such films, especially those aimed at children, while adult-oriented adaptations have found more success on streaming platforms.
"In fact, one anonymous studio executive told the Financial Times that video games have 'replaced comic books as the next frontier of IP to be explored.'"},{
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