Tetris (film)

Tetris is a 2004 traditionally-animated action-adventure sci-fi comedy film directed, written and produced by Alexey Pajitnov (in his feature directorial and production debut) and based on the puzzle video game of the same name by Pajitnov. Co-directed by Terry L. Noss, produced by Paul J. Newman, Don Bluth and Gary Goldman based on a screenplay by Jonathan Aibel and Glenn Berger.

The film stars the voices of Jesse Eisenberg, Alan Tudyk, Anna Kendrick and Jim Carrey. Set in the futuristic world of Newtopia, young video game developer Max Wellman discovers a console with the Tetris game inside. As he starts playing the game, the game's pieces materialize in the real world, which causes chaos and destruction. The film was produced by Screen Gems Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Nintendo Films, Revolution Studios and Nintendo Animation, with animation services provided by Rough Draft Studios, Sunwoo Entertainment, Mercury Filmworks, Munich Animation and Bardel Entertainment.

Tetris premiered at the TCL Chinese Theatre on October 1, 2004 and was theatrically released in the United States on October 22, 2004 by Sony Pictures Releasing. The film received positive reviews, with praise for its animation, faithfulness to the source material, humor, voice performances (particularly of Eisenberg, Tudyk and Carrey), musical score by Christopher Lennertz and James Newton Howard, plot, and story. It was a box office success, grossing $286.1 million against its budget of $40 million.

Plot
In the futuristic world of Newtopia, where video games have become the dominant form of entertainment, a young aspiring game developer named Max finds a mysterious prototype video game console hidden in his grandfather's attic. The console contains the puzzle game Tetris created by the renowned Russian programmer Alexey Pajitnov. Little does Max know that this seemingly ordinary game has the power to reshape reality.

As Max starts playing Tetris, he discovers that the game has a life of its own. The game pieces materialize in the real world, causing chaos and destruction. Max must quickly figure out how to control the game and prevent disaster. He embarks on a thrilling adventure with the help of his friends and a quirky group of sentient tetrominoes, the geometric shapes from the game. Max and his friends, Tina and his grandfather Rex, realize that the only way to control the chaos caused by Tetris is to complete challenging levels and align the tetrominoes correctly. Each completed level restores order in the affected areas of Newtopia. However, they soon discover that an evil organization, known as The Blockmasters, seeks to harness the power of Tetris for their own nefarious purposes.

Led by the cunning Dr. Squareton, The Blockmasters aim to manipulate Tetris to reshape the world according to their twisted vision. Driven by greed and a desire for absolute control, they will stop at nothing to obtain the prototype console and its incredible power. Max and his friends form an alliance with the sentient tetrominoes, who are determined to protect their game and prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. Block, Linea, Ticky, Ziggy, and Elly reveal their unique abilities, assisting Max in his quest to defeat The Blockmasters. Throughout their journey, Max discovers hidden abilities within himself, unlocking the true potential of Tetris. He learns to visualize and manipulate the game pieces with precision and speed, allowing him to create incredible structures and overcome formidable challenges.

As Max and his team progress, they encounter various Tetris-themed environments, including towering block cities, gravity-defying puzzle chambers, and hazardous landscapes constructed from falling tetrominoes. They must navigate these treacherous obstacles while simultaneously outsmarting The Blockmasters and their relentless minions. Along the way, Max forms a deep connection with the tetrominoes, understanding that they possess their own hopes and dreams. The tetrominoes, once mere game pieces, gain personalities, emotions, and a desire for freedom. Max and his friends vow to protect not only their city but also the rights and well-being of their newfound allies. In a climactic showdown, Max confronts Dr. Squareton and his formidable Blockmaster army. Through wit, strategy, and the power of teamwork, Max and his friends engage in an epic battle, unleashing the full potential of Tetris to restore harmony and defeat the forces of darkness.

With Newtopia saved and the prototype console secured, Max and his friends make a profound discovery. Tetris was more than just a game—it was a tool for creativity, problem-solving, and unity. Inspired by their journey, Max and Tina decide to develop their own groundbreaking video game that empowers players to think outside the blocks and reshape the world with their imaginations.

Voice cast

 * Jesse Eisenberg as Max Wellman, a talented young game developer who stumbles upon the powerful Tetris game. He is determined to harness its potential and protect his city from the havoc caused by the game pieces.
 * Alan Tudyk as Alexey Pajitnov, the enigmatic creator of Tetris, who appears as a holographic mentor to Max. Alexey guides Max throughout his journey and reveals the secrets of the game.
 * Anna Kendrick as Tina Kennedy, Max's best friend and fellow game developer. She possesses a keen intellect and helps Max analyze the game's mechanics to solve the challenges they face.
 * Jim Carrey as Dr. Squareton, the main antagonist and a cunning businessman, leading The Blockmasters.
 * John DiMaggio as Block, a gruff but loyal tetromino square. Block is one of the sentient tetrominoes that come to life from the game and becomes Max's steadfast ally.
 * Kristen Bell as Linea, a sassy and determined tetromino line piece. Linea has a quick wit and a knack for strategy, helping Max navigate tricky situations.
 * Jack Black as Ticky, a mischievous and unpredictable tetromino T-piece. Ticky brings a sense of humor to the group but often causes unexpected complications.
 * Debi Derryberry as Ziggy, a jittery and nervous tetromino Z-piece. Ziggy is always worried about everything but proves to be surprisingly resourceful in tight spots.
 * Zoë Saldaña as Elly, a graceful and agile tetromino L-piece. Elly adds elegance and grace to the team, using her acrobatic abilities to assist Max in challenging situations.
 * John Goodman as Rex Wellman, Max's grandfather, a retired game developer. Although no longer involved in the gaming world, Rex's wisdom and experience become invaluable to Max's quest.
 * Trey Parker as Jack Wellman, Max's father, a construction worker for the Newtopia Construction Company.
 * Grey DeLisle as Susie Wellman, Max's mother, a former bank teller and school teacher for Newtopia High School.
 * Mark Hamill as Mayor Stronghold, the eccentric and overconfident mayor of Newtopia. Initially skeptical of Max's claims about the dangers of Tetris, the mayor must eventually face the consequences of his arrogance.