Ain't It Cool News called it, showing they really know their video game based movies. Cory Yuen's film version of Dead Or Alive amazingly did make it to theaters. Despite rumors that the film was destined for a DVD only release in the U.S.—after opening in Europe in 2006 and having a great run on Google Video—it appears The Weinstein Company and Constantin Films have managed to eke out nationwide distribution.

It hasn't received much critical attention but Luke Thompson calls it "the best butt-kicking PG-13 bikini jigglefest since the first Charlie's Angels flick" so plan your theater excursions appropriately. Michael McWhertor

DOA: Dead or Alive (2007) [Yahoo! Movies]