Kid Reviews of Death Note

Movie NR 2017 101 minutes
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Kids Say

age 15+

Based on 48 kid reviews

Kids say the live-action adaptation was a major disappointment, with many reviewers criticizing its inaccuracies compared to the beloved anime, excessive violence, and unnecessary gore. Some viewers appreciated Willem Dafoe's portrayal of Ryuk, but most felt that the character development was lacking, the plot was convoluted, and it strayed too far from the source material, leading to a consensus that the anime is far superior and should be watched instead.

  • disappointing adaptation
  • excessive violence
  • poor character development
  • stray from source
  • not kid-friendly
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