For video game enthusiasts, the voice of Super Mario has always been a highly recognizable element of both the character and the industry as a whole. Behind it is Charles Martinet, an actor who, while best known for his work with the Nintendo star, has had an interesting career that has led him to participate in the Dragon Ball saga and in one of David Fincher’s most intriguing films, The Game.
A recent post by Javi Gutiérrez (@Mr_Kairuh) on social media has brought this curiosity to our attention. In his tweet, Gutiérrez points out that the actor behind Mario has a small but significant role in The Game, portraying the father of Michael Douglas’s character. A fact that may surprise many, but it carries an interesting background, considering the unsettling atmosphere of the film and the profound impact it had on viewers.
An unusually sinister game for Martinet
The Game is a psychological thriller that, although it did not have the same box office success as other works by Fincher such as Se7en, has managed over time to become a cult film. The plot follows Nicholas Van Orton (Michael Douglas), a wealthy banker whose life takes an unexpected turn when his brother (Sean Penn) gives him a mysterious “game” that slowly blurs reality with fantasy. A spiral of paranoia, betrayals, and events that jeopardize his life, his fortune, and his sanity.
For those who have not yet seen The Game, this is one of those films that remains as interesting today as it was at its premiere. If you’re looking for a psychological thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat, with unexpected twists and a suspenseful atmosphere, The Game is a proposal that does not disappoint. And best of all: it can now be watched on platforms like Filmin and Netflix.
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