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Shigeru Miyamoto explains why Super Mario Galaxy movie feels so fast

moviesMay 3, 20263692

Shigeru Miyamoto said The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was deliberately paced to be relentless, calling it fast-paced with no time to catch your breath. He said filmmakers took cues from the Sonic movies, cutting slower scenes and emphasizing nonstop action and spectacle to mirror the game's momentum. Miyamoto added the film is meant to sit within Mario canon, a choice that shaped which story beats were included. That means viewers expecting a slow, character-driven Rosalina origin should instead expect a high-energy blockbuster that prioritizes spectacle and franchise integration.

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