I love how it's unanimously agreed that Luigi needed more screentime.

I love the idea of giving Luigi more to do, the addition of the Sand Land scene, and Bowser being made even more menacing. I still think the movie is great as it is, but I think this script would have made it fantastic.

Toadsworth being Peach's parent through her childhood years is SO GOOD. The story is writing itself here!

I've seen that bit before, but the delivery of "Is that a frog suit?" "I won't tell anyone how I saved you if you don't tell about the suit." "DEAL!" actually got me.

I have one thing to say. Well, two, but it still gets the point across. 1. Amazingly well-done rewrite, Charii. 2. We need a Luigi's Mansion movie.

Wow. If this rewrite was in the Super Mario Bros Movie, this could've been and with no exaggeration the BEST Illumination film ever.

A few things I would like add is: 1. The Rainbow road shortcut could've been created by the Power Star. 2. I would've LOVED it if Luigi says something like, "You need a Player 2?" or, "Need a Co-op Partner?" when he's saving Mario, because it really adds the feeling of when you play the games and your friend, or most likely your brother/family member, joins in and helps you out. 3. After Mario & Luigi defeat Bowser, all the 7 power stars show up again, and Toadsworth returns them back to their kingdoms.

Now this , THIS is exactly what I would want the movie to be. Not needing to be a masterpiece but at least trying make us care more about the characters and the world of Super Mario Bros. You managed to make me care about everyone and pick my interest in the rewrite than the movie ever could. I also give you credit for the reimagened drawings, the artstyle is adorable and they perfectly describe how the scenes would go. 👍 (Edit: I would only disagree with putting Egad to the film as I feel like the movie already has a huge cast and putting him would be a bit too much)

As much as I love this movie, I do wish it went on for a little longer than 90 minutes, even an extra 10 would’ve given the narrative more significant depth which you excellently provided.

Interesting point: the plot of the Mario Movie follows the Sonic movies almost EXACT. The parts that were really good were not expanded upon such as Mario’s insecurities, Luigi, and their family.

So glad I got the chance to watch the Mario Bros. Movie, but DAMN this is even better

Rewritten Bowser: "A stupid red hat" Cappy: Ok time to die

I do agree that Luigi should be the one storming off and Mario being nice, as fans typically tend to make Mario look like a bad brother when in reality he actually cares. Edit- Also, I feel like Mario should have TOTALLY used more than the Tanooki Leaf and Cat Bell. The Fire Flower is his most iconic form, and even the Propeller Suit or Boomerang Flower would have totally worked. Maybe Mario steals a Koopa’s shell and spins around in it like the Blue Shell.

This was a really great rewrite that provided fixes to a lot of the problems some people had with the movie. You really have a knack for creating cohesive stories and put a lot of effort into this.

I’d add another change to the Mario vs DK fight: have Mario learn to be less reliant on power ups to be a hero and think more on whit and strategy. I’d have Mario even pick up a hammer and smash DK’s barrels being hurled at him like in the classic game. I’d even have the way DK gets taken down be exactly how the arcade game plays out, by removing the beam supports and have DK tumbling down to the bottom of the arena KOed. It’s not only a great reference but a great way for Mario’s character to build beyond going auto-pilot whenever he powers up.

As a two-time theater-watcher of the Super Mario Bros. Movie and as an unashamed Mario stan, I LOVED this rewrite--you took what was already pretty damn great and made it EVEN BETTER. 10/10, I wanna see you fan pre-write the sequel already mate.

I don't understand why, but for some reason, I always feel way more fear in fearful moments in fan works than in the actual work, probably because they're a lot more unpredictable. I loved this. I did enjoy the movie for the same reason as everyone else, the Mario celebration, but the more fleshed out story arcs of the brothers would've made me love it.

I WANNA SEE A REANIMATED COLLAB WITH THIS STORY IT WAS SOOO GOOOD❤❤❤ This was a great video Chariii5, I absolutely loved the new story, you and the illustrators did a fantastic job on this

Spoilers to people who haven't watched yet I got so invested into this video that i literally gasp in realization when i saw the chest shoot out of the poltergust at the end of the script, remembering the moment when the chest was sucked up earlier. Honestly this is an amazing rewrite and i do hope that someone in the future would turn this into an actual fan made movie 🙏

31:30 This change alone makes me infinitely more endeared to the movie and Princess Peach as her character was presented here. I didn't mind Princess peach being good at the obstacle course, especially, like you mentioned, with the added reality she was raised here. But it felt needlessly...idk...for lack of a better way to put it.... or uh... I'll just say, It felt like a weird add on to say she got it on her first try. Really...dehumanized her in a way and made her less relatable. Such a simple change to it like you did of saying she had pleny of time to get it does so much in my opinion

Fun Fact: Toadsworth and Toadette was cut from the film. Most likely saving their appearance for the sequel. Toadette was teased on a poster in the background.

I personally don’t have much of a problem with the story we got, but regardless I would’ve loved the movie even more if we got this, hope we get more rewrite videos cause this and the Forces one were so good

40:02 Long before your rewrite, I've actually written an entire Pitch regarding this very scene. I was kind of upset that it didn't expand much longer as it would have been the perfect time for Mario, Peach and Toad to properly develop as characters and interactions. I made Mario and Peach sit down by the fire after looking up at the stars. Mario begins to talk to Peach again only to see her hugging her knees looking forlorn. Mario's unsure why she's feeling this way and decides to give her some space and talk to Toad. Toad is really happy to finally go on an adventure he always desired, whereas Mario's mildly annoyed with him. Toad would ask Mario if he and Peach really are from another world and says he's very jealous but curious. Mario says he can't believe he did all that training to rescue his brother only to see Toad just come along without any training he did. Toad reassures Mario he knows about survival and says with confidence he can take care of himself just fine. Mario asks what sort of talents do you have? Toad says he can play a flute, cook, pack gear and goes pick up a Fire flower and combines it with a big cube of ice, turning it into an Ice Flower. (The very same one in the climax) Mario's quite impressed. Mario complements Toads upbeat energy but asks why exactly he calls me his best friend despite only just meeting each other. Toad explains because he has no friends. And this is where I gave Toad a bit of a 'Perrito edge' to him as he talks about his backstory in which his peers disliked Toad's hyperactive energy and trick him into throwing him in mud. Mario apologizes but Toad waves his hand away and says he's gotten that a lot. Toad says he never thought he would go on this type of adventure with the Princess and another human and says they made his life pretty special. Mario smiles and says you're not so bad little mushroom man. Mario decides to talk to Peach again, still looking forlorn. Mario asked Peach why she's feeling this way? Peach is afraid to respond. But Mario assures her that whenever his brother felt down, he can always talk to him. Peach finally opens up to Mario that she's sad. Sad for explaining her origins as she's unsure where she came from. Her eyes begin to water up as she says despite not knowing where she really came from or who her parents are, she's really happy the Toads found her and raised her as she doesn't know where she'd be if they were never there for her now. Mario pats Peach on the shoulder. Suddenly, an idea pops in the plummer's head and says to Peach that after they defeat this Bowser guy, Mario can show Peach Brooklyn and what it's like living there. Peach chuckles and says that's not a bad idea and that she wouldn't mind taking a sabbatical from being a ruler. Mario promises Peach that they know they can win as long as they don't back down. And the Pitch ends with Mario and Peach and even Toad having an endearing bond with each other.

You know Illumination is doomed when a fan's rewriting is better than their movie. Also, I would call this "The Super Mario Bros Movie Deluxe".

It's cool to see you tackle a story with this kind of broad appeal approach. Your passion comes through as always, the amount of drawings you had to do man. Maybe when Bowser's knocked back by the chest he rolls over cause of his shell and lands on his stomach?

Man, this rewrite is amazing, I wish this was the movie we got.

i think this movie suffers from what i like to call “first film syndrome” where in the first film of either a trilogy or anything bigger its meant to establish the world and the characters to both a general audience and its fans and thus suffers on other aspects. into the spiderverse and sonic the hedgehog 1 suffered from this as well where they’re establishing locations, characters and themes but when you look outside of that theres… little substance. but then they bounce back in the sequel where the chains are finally off and they’re able to truly show what they want to show and do what they want to do. the mario movie is currently going through that now and once the strike ends we’ll definitely see mario truly spread his wings and become something greater.

I firmly believe that Nintendo held Illumination at *gunpoint* when they made the movie-

I can't barely stand for how SUPER GENIUS you are explaining about the Brooklyn Flood Accident which is the snow kingdom melted by Bowser to getting the Super Star/Power Star at 26:36 That is the point not only explained why the city is flooded which directly back to the most beginning scene, and also explained the motive why Mario Bros. come here at the beginning, and also give Mario a more serious motive to defeat Bowser instead of just saving Luigi and help them because justice, even better explained both world are connected more closely and make them linked together and make all the sense! This is the first time I see and knowing about the REWRITTEN video, but it already amazed me for how make the movie even better than I know, Thank you Although I glad to see if the movie is extended, it will might make a 3 hour-long movie if the story is possible flowXD

I honestly love this rewrite, even as someone who liked the original as little more than just a fun movie to turn your brain off to

19 minutes in and I already LOVEEE THIS OH MY GOSH This feels like the movie I wanted the entire time. I can already tell how the pay off is just gonna feel THAT much more satisfying

32:03 Shigeru Miyamoto suggested that Mario doesn't like mushrooms as a joke. 37:09 - 37:15 I didn't even notice that. Good job with the rewrite in general; I like how you gave Luigi more to do and provided a reason for the Bomber/Banzai Bill's eye to be attacked. Keep at it Charriii5; I can see you having a future as a creative writer.

After watching this I'm a little sad that this wasn't the end product we got, because just like with your Forces rewrite, you found a way to dissect nearly every detail of the story and found a way to either improve on what a specific scene was trying to accomplish or change it into something new entirely. I've really been loving these types of videos and can't wait for the next one!

This seems a lot better than the original, but I feel like you could’ve explained the power stars and what they do on their own more

I can’t express enough how much I love this, the way you made things tie together, and line up with each other is actually insane, with Luigi playing a much bigger role an adding to the story is just too good. Absolutely amazing job to you, and everyone who helped you with it!!!

THIS. THIS RIGHT HERE!!! Loved this rewrite so so much. I wish we got this version in theaters. Just some slight tweaks and a few bigger ones could’ve turned this from a fun throwaway film into something with more substance. Also those drawings and the editing in general was phenomenal. Great work.

The rewrite is amazing. The Luigi part makes a good plot for a sequel of what happened to Luigi during Mario’s journey to save him

I love these rewrite vids. The care and effort you put into extending scenes that needed a little extra love, the creative changes, the art, the voice acting, the pacing. Its all so good and I really love the changes you've drafted out. My biggest issue was definitely that, while I liked the movie, the pacing was pretty rushed. Yeah its a kids movie, and this seems to be more for the spectacle than say the Sonic movies were, but that doesn't mean it needs to just be all pretty visuals and "look remember this reference?!". It felt lacking, I like it but it still felt that way. But I love your changes, I love the extra focus on Luigi who I agree was very underutilized in the actual film, I love the way you slow things down a little more so that the smaller moments have time to shine. I hope that, should a second movie get announced in the future, they take more time to develop the rest of the cast and give it the same sort of care and attention you laid out here. Also dude, I love how far your voice acting and art has come. Your range is great, your impressions are pretty spot on. I love that you've been getting more dynamic and confident in your art skills as well. Its been fun watching you grow and change and improve as a content creator and I'm excited to keep watching your growth as time goes on. You're a rockstar as always Charriii, keep up the good work!

seeing these fan rewrites of popular franchises makes it clear to me that only fans can tell a franchise's story better than the actual big companies that own/produced them. the way how charriii explains/references certain details like professor e. gadd assisting luigi or toadsworth being absent for the majority of the franchise clearly shows that he knows a lot of his super mario history.

"In that case, why not just stay in Brooklyn?" Rent.

Man, this was a fun watch! I love the stuff you added, cuz it's not a complete re-vitalized story, but rather adding some smaller scenes to add to the movie, to make the end product have more impact (besides the scene with the dog, I'm glad I'm not the only one who wasn't a fan of that scene lol). The drawings and the voice over was super fun too. Also, if I could add one thing to this that I think would be cool, is when Egad is explaining to Luigi that this haunted land was a Kingdom that Bowser took over, Egad could explain how it was originally Bowser's OWN Kingdom that he destroyed long ago, in search for power, and once he conquered it, he scooped a big chunk of the mountain to be the big ass airship we see in the movie. But now that he's older, and we see how Bowser acts now, we can tell that he regrets those events, due to how lonely he is. It could add an extra layer to Bowser, as to how he ended up like this (plus make him more threatening), and also explain why this kingdom looks the way it does: Dead trees, small lava pools, abandoned castles, Dry Bones and Boos. Admittedly, it does sound a little dark for Mario, but it made sense to me.

All of this is a pretty perfect rewrite. Though Dorys inclusion should be set up a bit better as to make it in a sense a chekhovs gun situation. Maybe as Mario and DK are falling, DK gets snarky and falls very quickly towards the water knowing that the water will just break his fall like it does in the games so he can assess the situation once he surfaces. Have the perspective shift to Mario as he goes slightly into the water as DKs seen deeper into the water but deep enough to notice that once he stops falling and is starting to float, he's hit hard by a massive object that's barreling up to the surface to avoid something else. Mario barely gets out of the way to catch a breath at the surface as what pops up and goes airborne is Dory with DK on its snout and the morray eel right behind it, presumably trying to hunt it or defend the waters underneath bowsers castle for some reason. Then, after showing that there's still tension to be had, DK falls off relatively close to Mario and the Frog suit scene acts out as you described it. I think it makes it more rewarding to see that Mario has a reason to be afraid of this thing because he previously knew it was in the water, it also strengthens Mario's point that he and DK didn't think their idea of getting out of the morray through. I also think that having a little blue wooden dory in the waters of the map around the start would also be kinda cute since it would be subverting the audiances expectations that it's a barely talked about reference to Mario 64, 3D world, or Odyssey (I forget which one) and show that the refrence was a set up for their appearance.

I kind of wished that Peach still said that Mario is not important when they left because when she and Toad returns to The Mushroom Kingdom and announces that Mario didn’t make it one of the many toads could reply “Who’s Mario?” Making Peach really see how much she took Mario for granted.

This sort of thing is how Spider-Verse can work without the sheer scale and insanity of everything becoming overwhelming, because you still follow the story of one or two characters with their specific needs and you see their arc all the way through from start to finish. It’s in a fantastical and insane world but the story is still about one guy with a simple dream.

Can I just say how great of a voice actor you are? I've been watching a lot of your Sonic Comic streams, and those along with this really show your versatility as a VA! Great video, also! The Dorrie bit was probably my favorite, although personally I would go a bit more simplistic and just make Dorrie Engurde, great scene though.

This is way better than the actual movie. I still like the finished film we got as it is, but even when I first saw it, I always felt like there was a lot of things missing from it. And this rewrite scratches all those itches.

When it comes to the portrayal of Bowser, one thing I like from the RPGs that I did not really see in the movie or this rewrite is that Bowser is not really abusive to his minions. The minions are loyal to him out of genuine admiration, rather than just fear.

I really don't know how i can say how much i loved this rewrite, like this is what I would want from a Super Mario Bros. MOVIE, rather than just a bunch of while cool, references that all in all mostly lack substance I was like completely hooked on this rewrite, like picturing it like damn that wouldve been 100x better, amazing job!

You pretty much fixed the entire movie with this rewrite. It’s actually really impressive. If this had been the movie, I would have enjoyed it that much more. Especially with Peach. Peach has been capable in the games plenty of times, but I feel like the movie mishandled and misunderstood her, both in personality and capabilities. She was capable in the games, but never borderline unstoppable. You basically hit the nail on the head: She’s too perfect, something that the Mario Movie’s interviews reveal was very much intended unfortunately. Your rewrite fixes just enough about her to make me like the movie version more. And giving Luigi more to do was awesome.

These rewritten videos are more entertaining (and more time consuming, too) than most video essays. Excellent job as always, Charriii!

This video pretty much sums up my opinions on this movie. I remember leaving the theater feeling entertained, but it just felt like stuff happening without much substance. I’m glad there’s a video that addresses this and offers an alternative to improve on it

Seeing this rewritten makes me wish some of this stuff was in the final product. You did a great job inplemeting certain elements that could've work in the movie. I love how you put in E.Gadd as a partner for Luigi to make it so that way Luigi has things to do rather than be in a cage most of the time.

I loved the movie but it always felt like the movie was 10-20 minutes too short, and this rewrite fills in the blanks, tightens the narrative, and fleshes out the characters (especially giving Luigi a purpose in the story!) Hopefully the inevitable sequel to the movie addresses the lack of substance and make something as effective as your rewrite. Well done Charriii!!

Fun Fact: Luigi's Mansion was planned for the film, but is gonna be made into a spin off film along with Donkey Kong Country.

This rewrite makes the final movie feel like a first rough draft.

Another thing I'd change is have their plumbing company simply as "Mario Bros." Like the original arcade. So when Spike calls them the "Super Mario Bros." Instead of the "Stupid Mario Bros." It'll mean more as he represents Mario's doubts and now sees him as a hero

FINALLY someone who is a Mario fan perfectly points out the issues of the Mario Movie and attempts to fix it! 😭

i remember watching this movie in theaters on day one, and watching someone rewriting is just heartwarning to me

This rewrite is fantastic, I wish this is what we got! It would’ve satisfied hardcore fans while also still being a movie with a well written story. It sucks that we’re just stuck forever with what we got knowing how much better it could’ve been.

Honestly, theres so much things I would want to say about how good this rewriting is! But I really don't want to build a text wall here 😅 So I'm only gonna said what affected me the most, and that is how you managed to no only improve but CREATE an actual plot to Luigi. The character development and he's on "side story" with proper elements and characters, and of course, the idea of E Gadd being he's guide and support character is truly be awesome!

I feel like a sub-plot with Luigi trying to escape with the other prisoners would've been really funny and better to add than some of the filler scenes. Maybe after Peach and Toad are taken in there could be a scene of Luigi freeing Toad who grabs a Ice Flower from the penguins and goes to give it to Peach.

I think a better use/role for Toad was for him to initinally be rejected by Peach, treated as a joke castaway that just couldn't be gotten rid of. This would make the moments where he stays with and helps Peach during the evacuation even stronger, mirroring the same determination as Mario. Other than that, this is fantastic. After watching the original movie, I was kind of in denial about it, telling myself that it was good, but I couldn't help but think it could've been so much more. You delivered perfectly, fixing basically every flaw from the original, while also making it an even truer Mario Movie than the supposed "safe adaptation". It's sad in a way, because I can't accept the fact that this isn't a real thing after watching this video, because it would've been my favourite movie of all time if it were.

Yeah, this rewrite was a lot better than I though! This was an amazing retold-story and I like the Power Stars making a major role and even acquiring the Dinosaur Island’s Power (star as reliable as they can be Go Team Yoshi!) but also bringing in some cameos like Toadstool and Professor E. Gadd in the story. Making Luigi do more is a lot better than what we got in the original. Not saying he was useless but just him being more involved with Mario is so good because they’re BROTHERS! And yes I’m super happy that Yoshi will be in the sequel and I am all ready for it!

"If you're gonna stomp a Turty in Act 3, you need to show a Turt in Act 1. It's science bro. Perchance" -Sun Tsu

This rewrite is incredible! As much as I love the movie as it is, I wouldn't complain if this is how it turned out. Also, I love how you added Dorrie, Its nice seeing some representation on a lesser known Character.

To be fair to the movie(‘s Latin American Spanish dub!), when Bowser takes the star, he states “Now I’m invincible!”, which gives the impression that this is indeed a Super Star, and not a Power Star. Amazing rewrite, as always!

Super late to this and I apologize for that. With that said, I enjoyed your take on it. Especially since they really didn't give Luigi much to work with. Glad to hear your take on this.

I love the addition of the wrap up at the end especially, and I can just imagine Lumalee being the last person the bros say hello to, only to be met with a "You only delayed the inevitable :D" as they warp through the pipe

I'm really a fan of this movie but we can all agree that the story and narrative can improve I really like the rewrite that you propose as it fixes and expands several things that I would have liked to see better implemented with this that apparently the film team is not unaware of the criticisms that are made of it, I hope that they use them as feedback for the sequel Great Video

This version is incredibly interesting and compelling. I was writing something fun around this movie but your version is much more enjoyable so I think I'll use this version as my setting instead. Thanks for the inspiration!

there is so much effort and love put into this rewrite, man. each rewritten scene/dialogue is so well put together and it really fits. this video deserves much more attention.

This rewrite was a better version of the Mario Movie that I didn't even know I needed! I couldn't help but notice, throughout the entire movie, that Luigi didn't get enough characterization and it was super disappointing. Along with some things not making sense or escalating too quickly. ESPECIALLY when Peach crashed the wedding as if all the circumstances just went poof. This more brotherly ending that you made made my cry. So good.

I LOVE this rewrite. I don't think I can even form a proper sentence to show how much.

All that being said, I liked it! And I think your rewrites made a lot of sense. Sometimes watching these videos is more fun for me than Hollywood movies anymore, (And THANK YOU for the comment about Peach; not every female character HAS to be a "girl boss". They can be at least a LITTLE vulnerable.) Great job! =)

Better than Hollywood doing their job on Adapting Video games into movies.

what i learned from this: -luigi and toad need way more development -bowser is the best character

I like how this video is longer than the actual movie 😂 But in all seriousness, this would make the Mario Movie go from great to fucking perfect

Whoa! I just imagined the whole movie in my head! I WANT IT NOW

I gotta say, I loved every second of this rewrite! I think that you did a great job keeping what made the movie so enjoyable, while also adding a coherent story and narrative! I also wanna point out that the length of this video is almost exactly the same as the Mario movie’s runtime only being 14 seconds apart! I find that to be pretty cool.

2:29 Holy Crap... I didn't even realize that they were in Tostarena Also, missed opportunity having DK's kart be his skylanders vehicle

As much as i love what we got in the actual movie, your version sounds so good, And i agree about luigi. I am honestly disappointed that luigi didn't got a lot of screentime since he is my most favorite character in franchise, but i do see why they decided to do that as a way for mario to travel around this new world to save him. I do hope that for the sequel luigi does get more screentime, equally as mario. The dynamic and team work between both brothers is one of the best things about the movie, so hopefully we can get more of it in the next movie 😊

Fantastic rewrite. I like the filter you put when using the original scenes to keep the footage and the sketches consistent. The only thing I would change is swapping Dorrie out for Plessie because Plessie is more known to be speedy and carry multiple people compared to Dorrie but that's just a minor detail. Great video regardless.

So glad someone is tearing this movie a new one. The Sonic films do better with story pace, narration and character growths. How could it even be called a “Super Mario Bros.” movie if Luigi isn’t really present in the story?

Luigi was so heavily sidelined in the original movie. I'm glad he got more screen time and involvement in this rewrite.

Yo, all these rewriting videos are pretty cool to watch. And this one was very long yet definitely worth to watch

Absolutley love this rewrite! You definitley helped refine the movie and balance the spectical of it as well as the story and character moments, great job Charriii!! I can't wait to see what other videogames/movies you rewrite in the future!!

Yet another Fan Rewrite being better than the Original, Great Work with the Writing and the Illustrations were a Great Addition, Bravo to you Charriii5. You're a Super Star!

If there’s one thing i WISH they had done during the original film, it would be to have the final fight against bowser use bros attacks from the alphadream games, maybe something like them using bounce or swing bros to show their unorthodox fighting style, it was a majorly missed opportunity to not implement anything from the alphadream series

This is a great rewrite Also just wanted to add, I like to call the invincibility scene ‘The Ultimate Bros. Attack’

This was such an adventure!!! Amazing job on this Nahum! Loved watching the entire thing!

31:33 on this part, it's like how you mentioned that this "obstacle course" was something that not even the toads could do, I'm inclined to believe that this obstacle course was actually something Peach herself constructed as well, likely designed for her own training, and that would totally make sense as to why she's so well-acquainted with it, without making it seem like she just had a natural talent for it, because she's been doing the course for years

Loved the rewrite,But can i just say i absolutely love the detail of the character's initials in their ears? Its such a small thing but it makes the drawings really charming

You want to save luigi? You gotta go to bowsers coney island dicso palace theres a refrence for you

I know that others have said this, but your re-writes are incredible, and the detail and thoughtfulness you put into them is astounding. Keep doing what you're doing, this is amazing! :D I also agree that it is UNBELIEVABLE that Toadsworth got shafted from this movie

I absolutely love this rewrite. Obviously this rewrite would have been a lot longer than the original which I think was very much needed.

That's the thing I said to my dad when I watched the movie. "I loved the movie, but I wish we saw more of Luigi and maybe Daisy." I'm glad you added more to Luigi and I wish this was the final product.

I usually don’t comment on videos but i just had to because this rewrite is amazing and something i think everyone who was a little disappointed with the movie would see as a breath of fresh air. From the tweaks in characters, scenes, and overall how the movie was presented. Also really glad Luigi was given a part because i hated to see being seen as him not being able to help and his characteristic of being anxious being downplayed. But yeah this was a little long buut fantastic word man 🤾‍♀️🎉

I was actually hoping for a Luigi’s Mansion scene in the original movie and was a little disappointed that it didn’t happen, and Luigi definitely deserved more screen time. I also love the idea of Toad being more relevant to the story

27:48 I know this is probably dipping into fan made stuff (especially since I am apart of a series with this concept.) but maybe since you stated that the dark lands were a kingdom that was taken over by bowsers army, maybe it could be another kingdom we never have seen before, or at the very least something that is related to lush greenery. In the series my character is in it's kinda in the reverse. Where instead of the kingdom being reverted into the dark lands, the Arothia Kingdom (the kingdom I was talking about) slowly grows back the lush green environment after the events of Super Mario Bros 3. Maybe in the movie, the kingdom we see would have a similar premise of it being a lush green place like the mushroom kingdom, yoshis island, and the jungle kingdom, but since the area had very little warning on bowsers arrival, the kingdom would be ruled by Bowser, having him use the power of the power star with Kameks magic or something, to turn it into the dark lands we are presented with in the movie.

This was an amazing rewrite. You were able to set up a number of elements that you could see where pieces of the finale were coming together. I genuinely wish this was the version of the movie we got.