Critics generally haven’t liked Markiplier’s movie, Iron Lung, but viewers seem to be enjoying it much more.
Mark Fischbach, known online as a popular YouTuber, was so impressed with the video game Iron Lung that he decided to make a movie based on it.
Markiplier independently produced the film, handling all the financing, writing, directing, and acting himself. He then released it through a direct-to-audience campaign that successfully brought it to theaters, where it’s already earned over $17 million.
The movie wasn’t shown to critics beforehand, so reviews only appeared after its release. This has led to a big difference between what critics and general audiences think of Iron Lung.
Iron Lung has 50% critic score and 89% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes
Rotten Tomatoes calculates a ‘Tomatometer’ score by collecting reviews from critics, but it also lets regular moviegoers share their opinions, resulting in an ‘Audience Score’ displayed on the ‘Popcornmeter’.
Iron Lung has a big difference in its scores on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics gave it a 50% rating based on 12 reviews, while audiences gave it an 89% rating based on over 1,000 reviews.
Okay, so those scores you’re seeing right now are accurate as of today, but they could definitely change. As more reviews come out and more people actually go see the movie, things might shift. Still, after four days of being in theaters, it gives you a pretty good idea of how critics and regular moviegoers are feeling about it right now.
IGN gave Iron Lung a low score of 4 out of 10, criticizing the gameplay as largely consisting of watching the player character perform repetitive actions like turning knobs, looking at screens, and taking notes. They found it rarely captivating, even when the character interacted with voices over the radio.
Collider rated the film 6 out of 10, praising the director’s skill and noting that Fischbach proves he’s a capable filmmaker, successfully creating scares similar to those he evokes while gaming. This debut demonstrates he’s more than just a content creator.
IndieWire gave Iron Lung a C+ grade, noting that while it’s ambitious, it can also be surprisingly dull. However, they felt it was more spirited and inventive than many big-budget movies that play it safe.
Praise for Markiplier’s movie
Okay, so I checked out TopMob’s review of Iron Lung, and they really liked it – gave it a 4 out of 5! They said it was a surprisingly good and genuinely scary horror movie, which is awesome. Basically, they think it totally nails what an Iron Lung adaptation should be – just a really fun, intense experience.
Below, you can find more of those audience comments on Rotten Tomatoes…
Okay, seriously, the set design and special effects in this game are incredible! You can tell the team, led by Mr. Fischbach, really poured their hearts into it. As a player, I can feel the passion for the original story in every little detail – even the rust and blood on the submarine just feels right. It’s a truly special experience.
This movie has a straightforward idea but keeps you guessing with unexpected turns. The story is told in a clever, understated way, making it really enjoyable to watch. Definitely recommend it – especially considering Markiplier created it with a small team and limited resources!
Jenny really enjoyed the film Iron Lung, saying it successfully blended familiar elements with a fresh approach. While the story was interesting, she was particularly impressed by the visuals, especially how the lighting and shadows created a captivating and immersive atmosphere. She thought it was brilliantly done!
I absolutely loved this movie! Getting a peek behind the scenes and seeing how much passion Mark poured into every step, from filming to editing, really made it stand out. It honestly feels like a truly unique horror film, and those are so hard to come by these days.
You can also read about Markiplier’s future movie plans and how to get an Iron Lung popcorn bucket.
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