Gore, game logic, and faithful adaptation

Mortal Kombat II brings back more of the unforgettable characters you might have grown up eviscerating. Based on the ultra-violent video game franchise, it centers the story on warrior princess Kitana (Adeline Rudolph) and washed-up action star Johnny Cage (Karl Urban).  And of course, there’s fighting. Lots and lots of fighting.

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