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Tekken
2010 92 min Japan, United States of America R 16+
★4.3
Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Director: Dwight H. Little
🎮 Based on the game
«Tekken»
Trailers
Description
In the year of 2039, after World Wars destroy much of the civilization as we know it, territories are no longer run by governments, but by corporations; the mightiest of which is the Mishima Zaibatsu. In order to placate the seething masses of this dystopia, Mishima sponsors Tekken, a tournament in which fighters battle until only one is left standing.
Budget:
$30M
Worldwide:
$1.7M
Starring
Jon Foo
Actor
Kelly Overton
Actor
Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa
Actor
Key opinion
The 2010 adaptation of Tekken is widely regarded as a failure, particularly by fans of the source material who find the character departures and narrative choices frustrating. While a small segment of the audience appreciates the nostalgic nods and basic tournament premise, the general consensus points to poor acting, a weak script, and uninspired fight choreography.
| Adaptation | The film frequently alters established characters' appearances, personalities, and combat styles, leading to widespread dissatisfaction among franchise fans. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay relies on tired tropes and clichéd revenge narratives that feel disconnected from the source material's lore. | |
| Acting | Performances are generally considered lackluster and uncharismatic, with even veteran actors like Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa failing to elevate the material. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the action are split; some viewers enjoy the functional fight choreography as a throwback to console gaming, while others find the combat unconvincing and poorly executed. | |
| Production | The film's visual identity draws a clear divide: some appreciate the attempt to replicate the game's level design and aesthetic, while others criticize the sets and effects as cheap or lacking the fantasy elements central to the series. |