Very different from the book but very fun movie

Rating: 9/10 (13 April 2018)

Full disclosure, when I saw the movie in the cinema the first time (actually the first two times) I hadn't read the book. I've since read it and noticed how different they are, so if you're a fan of the book, prepare for it to divert from the source material pretty heavily! That being said, I think actually I prefer the film!
I'm glad I hadn't seen any of the promo posters (other than the main one with the whole cast) or much of the trailers, which I'd say avoid (along with looking at the cast list), unless you want a couple of surprises spoilt.
It's fun, fast-paced and exciting, and I was immediately won over by the 80s music on the soundtrack. I was drawn in almost immediately, and have since seen the movie 3 times.
It's a great movie for any videogame fan, and the references to other franchises are a fun nod without being too in your face or gratuitous.