Movie Review: Doom

By Andrzej Bartkowiak 

2 Stars 

Doom (2005) was a huge flop that completely failed to live up to its potential as a video game adaptation. Due to its poor plot, one-dimensional characters, and uninspired execution, this sci-fi action film starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Karl Urban bombed. The plot of the film was a jumbled muddle that bore little resemblance to the classic game it was based on. The lack of a compelling narrative left viewers uninterested and unconcerned about the conclusion. Furthermore, the characters were caricatures with little depth or emotional connection, making their problems and acts uninteresting. Doom also failed to impress visually. Subpar CGI effects and cheap-looking sets overwhelmed the dark and gritty atmosphere expected from a Mars-set film. Even the film's plot was a jumbled muddle that bore little resemblance to the legendary game it was based on. The lack of a compelling narrative left viewers uninterested and unconcerned about the conclusion. 

Furthermore, the characters were caricatures with little depth or emotional connection, making their problems and acts uninteresting. Doom also failed to impress visually. Subpar CGI effects and cheap-looking sets overwhelmed the dark and gritty atmosphere expected from a Mars-set film. Even the film's trademark first-person shooter segment, a reference to the game's perspective, felt gimmicky and underwhelming. Another huge disappointment, given the game's reputation for intense horror features, was the lack of actual scares or suspense. To summarize, Doom (2005) was a dreadful adaptation that squandered its promise and squandered the excellent source material. It provided little more than mindless action, leaving both game enthusiasts and average viewers unhappy and yearning for a more compelling cinematic experience. 

Reviewed by Yusuf 

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