# Pixels (2015)

> Former arcade champions must use their retro gaming skills to defend Earth from aliens who mistake classic video games for a declaration of war.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/147400

## Facts

- Runtime: 106 min
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy
- Director: Chris Columbus
- Cast: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Michelle Monaghan, Peter Dinklage, Josh Gad, Matt Lintz, Brian Cox, Denis Akiyama
- TMDB rating: 5.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2120120/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: simple
- Violence: mild
- Mood: goofy, energetic, nostalgic, nostalgia night, casual group viewing

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