Ready Player One
2018
⏱️ 140 min
📅 Released
🌐 EN
AdventureActionScience Fiction
When the creator of a popular video game system dies, a virtual contest is created to compete for his fortune.
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September 3, 2024
The film "Ready Player One" offers a nostalgic journey with a fresh twist, set within a video game database where audiences embark on an exhilarating adventure to solve puzzles and unravel mysteries in a virtual reality world. This unique take on gaming stands out from the usual character reenactments, introducing a captivating storyline reminiscent of the classic board game Jumanji.
Despite facing mixed reviews, "Ready Player One" has become a cherished favorite in my family, drawing us back for regular viewings. The concept of being pulled into a video game and encountering iconic characters like Chucky adds to the film's appeal and keeps us hooked. While I wish the franchise had continued to develop, I remain hopeful for its future and eagerly anticipate any new installments that may come our way.
October 20, 2023
Call me when the script is finished.
February 11, 2023
**Ready Player One is the pinnacle of video game films with extremely high replay value!**
Ready Player One puts Steven Spielberg right in his sweet spot with a nostalgic adventure love letter to movie fans, 80s kids, and gaming enthusiasts. This movie drips with Easter eggs to all kinds of pop culture, making every moment a fun scavenger hunt to see how much you recognize. Tye Sheridan and Olivia Cooke were delightful in their lead roles with classic bad guy Ben Mendelsohn in hot pursuit. Ready Player One felt like a familiar classic, even in its first viewing. Even with a unique plot and a fresh story, all the references to iconic franchises, both new and old, give the film nostalgic vibes that transport me back to find memories and the fun of my childhood. Spielberg creates a childlike sense of innocence, awe, and wonder while simultaneously creating adventure and peril. Even though this movie has high ratings, it’s still underrated! One of the most fun, feel-good adventure films I have seen and one of Spielberg’s most charming and thrilling movies.
Crew
Director
Steven Spielberg
Writer
Ernest Cline, Zak Penn
Producer
Donald De Line, Dan Farah, Kristie Macosko Krieger
Production
Amblin Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures, Village Roadshow Pictures, De Line Pictures, Dune Entertainment
Keywords
futurebased on novel or bookvideo gamevirtual realitydystopianostalgialovefilm in filmevil corporationquest