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After saving the life of their heir apparent, tenacious loner Snake Eyes is welcomed into an ancient Japanese clan called the Arashikage where he is taught the ways of the ninja warrior. But, when secrets from his past are revealed, Snake Eyes' honor and allegiance will be tested – even if that means losing the trust of those closest to him.
Robert Schwentke
Director
Robert Schwentke
Director
Henry Golding
Snake Eyes
Andrew Koji
Tommy / Storm Shadow
Haruka Abe
Akiko
Úrsula Corberó
The Baroness
Samara Weaving
Scarlett
Takehiro Hira
Kenta
Eri Ishida
Sen
Iko Uwais
Hard Master
Peter Mensah
Blind Master
Steven Allerick
Father
Simon Chin
Hama
The plot could’ve really been interesting if the elements of lycanthropy was integrated with perhaps the struggle of identity of being LGBTQ+. It's an experience for so many that as they’re starting to realizing their true selves, they feel like a monster, especially if they come from unsupportive homes or communities. Instead, the horror and transformation elements seem thrown in without contemplation of how this could deepen the narrative.
The movie makes it abundantly clear that Meeka becoming an official heir is the most likely going to happen. But if you are expecting to see a movie about Meeka’s perseverance and eventual ascent to the throne, prepare to be deeply disappointed.
The major flaw of the series is that it’s hosted on Netflix and barely makes malicious comments about it despite being focused on the lives of people directly affected by the Capitalist mentality of the OTT corporation.
