I knew nothing about the lore or games going in. The plot felt inconsequential and silly. But the largest crime this film commits is the cinematography. The colors are washed-out and dull, which is a shame, as there are some really interesting shots here that could look much better. Similarly, the camera-work for the many action scenes feels as if the director was begrudgingly showing the briefest bits of a set piece before cutting to a different part of the action. There is some cool stuff on display here, slow down and let your audience savor it! This felt like it should have been a better film, had a few crucial decisions been made differently.
5.5/10
