First published 1995
Michael R. Goldman takes readers inside the making of the 1995 Mortal Kombat film adaptation. The Daily Variety writer examines how the popular video game franchise made its leap to the big screen, achieving the second largest August opening in cinema history at that time. Goldman explores the movie's spectacular visual effects and casting decisions that brought iconic characters to life. He profiles veteran performers Christopher Lambert as the thunder god Rayden and Cary Tagawa as the sorcerer Shang Tsung, alongside newcomers Robin Shou as Liu Kang and Linden Ashby as Johnny Cage. The book features over one hundred color photographs from the production, captured by Richard Aaron. Goldman shares exclusive behind the scenes stories and production details unavailable elsewhere. This comprehensive look at the film offers fans insight into how electronic entertainment translated into Hollywood success.
Genres: adaptations, science-fiction, thriller, action, media-tie-in, film
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers
Period: 1995
96 pages · Paperback · Prima Lifestyles
Content warnings: graphic-violence