Police Called to ‘Minecraft’ Screening

The Movie Based on Minecraft turned out to be a massive box office success over the weekend, raking in an astounding $157 million in U.S. theaters and another $144 million globally. Struggling cinemas finally found their much-needed hit with this video game adaptation coming just in the knick of time.

It’s not just a few people who aren’t pleased with those events, though. During some crowded showings of Minecraft, young audiences are following a popular TikTok trend where they enthusiastically participate in the movie by shouting specific lines (such as Jack Black exclaiming “I… am Steve!”) and applauding fervently at various moments. I attended the film with my kids this past weekend and was there myself. In all my years, I’ve never witnessed Jason Momoa receive that much applause before.

At certain Minecraft movie showings, the atmosphere has become so lively that one cinema in Glasgow, as reported by the Glasgow Times, felt compelled to issue a caution to their patrons via Instagram, stating…

As a passionate cinephile, I’m sharing some important info: There have been whispers about an online fad where people crank up the volume for a Minecraft Movie. Let’s keep the cinematic experience respectful and enjoyable for all by refraining from making noise or using our phones during any film screening.

Another U.K. theater gave this statement to the Daily Echo,

For an optimal movie-watching experience for all, we’re ramping up our screen surveillance throughout the shows. Engaging in disruptive activities such as participating in TikTok challenges prior to, during, or post screenings won’t be allowed.

One individual at the Minecraft event discreetly recorded the commotion and the subsequent intervention by the police (due to the unruly audience), and shared this footage on TikTok.

It’s worth noting that Minecraft isn’t the first film to experience both advantages and challenges due to a social media craze. Recall when “Gentleminions” took over the internet a few years back, with young viewers donning costumes for screenings of Minions: The Rise of Gru?

Engaging with an absurdly entertaining movie like “A Minecraft Movie” is a delight; it taps into the very same instinct that transformed movies such as “The Room” into beloved cult phenomena. This film doesn’t demand solemn respect to admire its nuanced acting and intricate cinematography. However, if a theater needs to summon the authorities due to excessive noise during a screening, it might be an indication that the audience’s involvement has perhaps veered a bit too enthusiastically.

A Minecraft Movie is in theaters now. In a related story, I … am Steve.

12 Pairs of Wildly Different Movies With the Exact Same Title

Bug (1975) / Bug (2006)

In one film from 1975, titled “Bug,” directed by the same man who made “Jaws 2” and “Supergirl,” we find a scientist who combines endangered pyrotechnic insects with cockroaches, resulting in intelligent super-cockroaches that can communicate with humans. In contrast, another film from 2006 named “Bug,” directed by William Friedkin, focuses on a waitress dealing with depression and her relationship with a Gulf War veteran who believes he is being infested or ‘bugged’ by unseen insects as part of a U.S. government experiment. It’s fascinating to ponder what might have happened if the 1975 “Bug”‘s super-roaches had encountered the 2006 protagonist.

Crash (1996) / Crash (2004)

The contrast between the two films titled Crash is frequently noted, considering one is considered one of the poorest Oscar winners ever and the other is a renowned body horror masterpiece. While both involve car crashes in some capacity, their approaches to integrating these incidents into their narratives are distinctively different. The 1996 film Crash by David Cronenberg centers around an individual who becomes entangled with a peculiar group of strangers who find sexual gratification from car accidents and injuries, gradually leading him into delusional fantasies. Conversely, the 2004 Crash, which won the Best Picture Oscar that year, overtly explores racial and social frictions in contemporary Los Angeles through a network of interconnected characters who repeatedly encounter each other, both within cars and outside them.

Crimes of the Future (1970) / Crimes of the Future (2022)

David Cronenberg revisits an earlier title for a new movie that explores a completely different theme. The original “Crimes of the Future,” released in 1970, depicted a world where all sexually mature women have perished due to a plague linked to cosmetics, focusing on a group of men descending into madness in an all-male society. In contrast, his latest film using

Deep Blue Sea (1999) / The Deep Blue Sea (2011)

One of these films is a poignant historical drama focusing on the wife of a high-ranking judge who embarks on an affair with a charismatic RAF pilot struggling emotionally from World War II. The other revolves around a marine research facility under siege by genetically altered sharks. Be careful not to mix up the intense, 90s action-sci-fi film ‘Deep Blue Sea’ (1999) with the introspective romantic drama ‘The Deep Blue Sea’ (2011). Swapping their casts would make for an intriguing twist: imagine Tom Hiddleston and Rachel Weisz battling sharks, while Thomas Jane and Saffron Burrows adopt posh British accents in a love story.

The Host (2006) / The Host (2013)

The genetically altered river beast from Bong Joon Ho’s movie “The Host” was thriving until the arrival of the alien invaders in Andrew Niccol’s film “The Host.” While the 2006 version is a satire focusing on marginalized citizens affected by a government-induced disaster involving a monster born in a chemical waste site, the 2013 one revolves around a romantic quadrangle involving a human girl, her boyfriend, an alien controlling her mind who is smitten with another boy, as depicted in Stephenie Meyer’s book.

The Hunt (2012) / The Hunt (2020)

Two movies entitled “The Hunt” explore controversial themes but offer starkly contrasting perspectives. The 2012 version is a Danish drama starring Mads Mikkelsen as a divorced kindergarten teacher who faces accusations of child abuse in his class, leading to backlash from his small town. This film was praised for its nuanced handling of the issue, with Mikkelsen even earning the Best Actor award at Cannes. The 2020 version is an American black comedy that reimagines “The Most Dangerous Game,” depicting a group of elites who kidnap common people to hunt them on a manor’s grounds. However, its release was impacted by the 2020 lockdown, and its political angle left viewers on both sides of the spectrum perplexed.

Inside Out (1975) / Inside Out (1986) / Inside Out (2005) / Inside Out (2011) / Inside Out (2015)

Among many, the movie “Inside Out” by Pixar stands out as the most recognized under

Kicking and Screaming (1995) / Kicking and Screaming (2005)

One film is a celebrated independent director’s first full-length work, while the other is a wild comedy centered around a group of boisterous soccer players. Released in 1995, Noah Baumbach’s debut feature, titled “Kicking and Screaming,” depicts a group of recent college graduates struggling to adapt to adult life in a small town. In contrast, the 2005 movie stars Will Ferrell and Robert Duvall as father and son, who employ their sons’ soccer teams to settle scores with each other. For a brief period, it was quite easy to confuse one for the other if you didn’t specify at your local video rental store.

Leviathan (1989) / Leviathan (2014)

In the 1980s, it seemed like something was in the water, figuratively speaking. Several films were released during this period that had themes revolving around monsters or aliens, particularly those emerging from the deep sea. For instance, “Leviathan” (1989) was a movie about a band of geologists who encountered a massive underwater creature while exploring the ocean depths. Contrastingly, the 2014 Russian crime drama “Leviathan” couldn’t be more dissimilar, as it tells a modern story of Job, depicting a car mechanic struggling with his aggressive personality and a series of misfortunes that lead to him losing his family and home. There is also a 2012 documentary titled “Leviathan,” which focuses on the North American fishing industry.

Possession (1981) / Possession (2002) / Possession (2009)

For fans of horror, it’s likely they are familiar with at least one movie titled “Possession” from this list. One such film is the 1981 psychodrama by Andrzej Żuławski, starring Sam Neill and Isabelle Adjani as an international spy and his wife, respectively, who becomes increasingly unstable, alongside a truly chilling demonic entity. The 2002 version of “Possession” stars Gwyneth Paltrow and Aaron Eckhart, and is based on the A.S. Byatt novel about two literary scholars unearthing a secret romance between two Victorian-era poets. Lastly, the 2009 film “Possession” features Sarah Michelle Gellar and Lee Pace in a remake of a South Korean psychological thriller, revolving around two brothers who seem to have swapped bodies after a car accident.

Safe (1995) / Safe (2012)

Here are two distinct interpretations of the movie ‘Safe’, with the 1995 version directed by Todd Haynes being a brooding psychological drama featuring Julianne Moore as a housewife who develops an enigmatic sickness she attributes to her surroundings, ultimately seeking refuge in a center for people suffering from similar “environmental illnesses.” On the other hand, the 2012 ‘Safe’ follows Jason Statham as a former police officer safeguarding a talented young girl who becomes a target for the Russian mafia, Chinese triads, and corrupt NYPD officers.

Spiral (2000) / Spiral (2021)

In 2000, a version of Junji Ito’s terrifying manga “Uzumaki” was unveiled, known as “Spiral” in English-speaking regions. This anime tells the chilling tale of a town where people become obsessed with spirals to such an extent that they commit suicide using spiral-themed methods. The 2021 movie, distinct from its predecessor, bears the subtitle “From the Book of Saw”. This film functions as both a sequel and spinoff to the “Saw” series, focusing on a detective played by Chris Rock who is probing a murderer imitating the infamous Jigsaw killer.

2025-04-07 20:54