Video Games: The Movie

Video Games: The Movie

Directed by Jeremy Snead

Produced by Mediajuice Studios

2014101 min6.1 / 10

An enthusiastic, accessible documentary celebrating video gaming's evolution from marginal hobby to cultural and economic powerhouse, built on interviews with industry pioneers and a nostalgic reverence for the medium.

From executive producer Zach Braff and director Jeremy Snead, "Video Games: The Movie" is an epic feature length documentary chronicling the meteoric rise of video games from nerd niche to multi-billion dollar industry. Narrated by Sean Astin and featuring in-depth interviews with the godfathers who started it all, the icons of game design, and the geek gurus who are leading us into the future, "Video Games: The Movie" is a celebration of gaming from Atari to Xbox and an eye-opening look at what lies ahead.

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  • Is Video Games: The Movie scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.

  • Is Video Games: The Movie sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.

  • Is Video Games: The Movie easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.

  • Is Video Games: The Movie violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.

  • Does Video Games: The Movie end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.

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