Sonic The Hedgehog 3

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	Jim Carrey	Ivo Robotnik
	Ben Schwartz	Sonic
	Keanu Reeves	Shadow
	Idris Elba	Knuckles
	Colleen O'Shaughnessey	Tails
	James Marsden	Tom
	Tika Sumpter	Maddie
	Lee Majdoub	Agent Stone
	Krysten Ritter	Director Rockwell
	Adam Pally	Wade
	Natasha Rothwell	Rachel
	Shemar Moore	Randall
	Alyla Browne	Maria
	Tom Butler	Commander Walters
	Jorma Taccone	Kyle Lancebottom
	Sofia Pernas	Gabriella
	Cristo Fernández	Pablo
	James Wolk	Young Walters
	Brett Tutor	Prison Guard
	Richard Sutton	G.U.N. HQ Security Guard
	Will Austin	G.U.N. Heli Pilot
	Bola Okun	Military Man
	Reggie Banigo	Rockwell's Assistant
	Barry Calvert	70s G.U.N. Soldier
	Brendan Murphy	Robotnik Proxy

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Director	Jeff Fowler
Writer	Patrick Casey, Josh Miller, John Whittington
Producer	Toby Ascher, Per Henry Borch, Jenny Feng, Jeff Fowler, Tommy Gormley, Matt Gustafson, Tyson Hesse, Dan Jevons, Dmitri M. Johnson, Tim Miller, Nicole Montez, Neal H. Moritz, Toru Nakahara, Shuhei Okabayashi, Hitoshi Okuno, Georgina Pope, Andrew Riach, Haruki Satomi, Takashi Shirai, Karl Sigurdarson, Yukio Sugino, Shoichi Takeuchi, Shuji Utsumi, Ged Wright
Musician	Junkie XL
Photography	Brandon Trost

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My quick rating - 6.7/10. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite for their most intense battle yet in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, facing off against Shadow, a mysterious and powerful new adversary. Outmatched at every turn, Team Sonic must form an unlikely alliance to stop Shadow and prevent global catastrophe.
Of the three films, this one is my favorite. The story feels more thought-out and cohesive, delivering a well-paced, action-packed adventure that stays true to the spirit of the games. The addition of Shadow, played exceptionally well by Keanu Reeves, elevates the film with a compelling backstory. Reeves' performance brings the right mix of intensity and mystery to the character, making Shadow a formidable and intriguing presence.
Another highlight? We get two Robotniks! Jim Carrey’s portrayal remains as over-the-top and entertaining as ever, and the movie amusingly acknowledges the dual role, with Carrey himself breaking the fourth wall in a clever and self-aware moment stating it's "as if we are two characters in a movie played by the same actor." The humor, while playful, never undercuts the stakes, keeping the balance between fun and tension just right.
Visually, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is outstanding. The action scenes are fast, fluid, and well-edited, perfectly capturing the high-energy style of the games. Sonic, as a character, feels the most like his gaming counterpart in this installment, and that’s a huge win for longtime fans such as me. The returning cast does a great job once again, bringing charm and personality to their roles.
The film’s emotional core is stronger than before, especially with Shadow’s arc adding weight to the story. It’s not just another speedster showdown—there’s real depth here, making the adventure all the more engaging. And of course, the ending and post-credits scene hint at even more mayhem to come, setting up future installments in a way that will leave fans hyped. At this point, I say bring on more Sonic movies! This franchise is only getting better, and this entry proves that with its action, humor, heart, and thrilling new characters.
IMO, it is the best in the series so far, delivering high-speed action, sharp humor, and a story with real emotional stakes.

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