Godzilla x Kong

2024 - 3 - 29

Godzilla x Kong: The Ultimate Clash or Epic Dud?

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'Godzilla x Kong' faces the ultimate battle - between success and failure! Find out the verdict on this epic showdown in the MonsterVerse.

In the highly anticipated crossover film 'Godzilla x Kong,' directed by Adam Wingard, fans were eager to witness the clash of two iconic monsters. However, the movie falls short of expectations, failing to deliver the Oscar-worthy storyline seen in previous Godzilla films. Despite some spectacular CGI moments, the overall consensus is that 'Godzilla x Kong' lacks the depth and purpose that could have made it a standout creature feature.

One of the major criticisms of the film is its overly busy plot, with the titanic showdown between Godzilla and Kong being the only highlight. While the battle scenes are undeniably thrilling, the rest of the movie feels like generic monster movie boilerplate, leaving audiences wanting more.

Reviews of 'Godzilla x Kong' range from praises for its visual effects to critiques of its lackluster narrative. The collaboration with Roblox to attract a Gen Z audience shows the efforts to appeal to a wider demographic. Despite its shortcomings, the film manages to offer a breezy, forgettable experience, with moments of light-hearted entertainment.

In conclusion, 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' may not satisfy die-hard fans of the MonsterVerse, but it still captures the essence of a classic monster showdown. Whether it's the dazzling CGI, the lack of a compelling narrative, or the potential for a Razzie Award, this film is sure to ignite debates among movie buffs and monster enthusiasts alike.

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'Godzilla x Kong' could have been a fun creature feature, but it ... (AZCentral.com)

No, this dud from director Adam Wingard isn't the Oscar-winning 'Godzilla Minus One.' Not even close. But 'Godzilla x Kong' could win a Razzie Award.

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'Godzilla x Kong' Review: Godzilla Minus One Thing: a Reason to Exist (Variety)

The clash-of-the-titans climax lifts off into the awesome zone, but until then the fifth entry in the MonsterVerse is overly busy boilerplate.

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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Review - IGN (IGN)

A spectacular (if hollow) clash of kings · What's your favorite MonsterVerse movie or show?

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Godzilla x Kong review: 'Dazzling' but 'feels drunk on its own CGI' (BBC News)

The new Monsterverse offering, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – starring Dan Stevens and Rebecca Hall – is "visually dazzling" but "already feels old".

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Godzilla x Kong and the Long History of a Serious Monster Turning ... (TIME)

The latest entry in the franchise, 'Godzilla x Kong,' builds on a long history of a serious monster turning seriously silly.

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How 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Teamed With Roblox (Variety)

Roblox and Warner Bros. teamed up on the playable trailer for "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" in order to attract a Gen Z audience to theaters.

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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire review – breezy, forgettable ... (The Guardian)

There's a likable, light-hearted zip to the monster mash follow-up but energy dissipates when we're stuck with the humans.

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'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Review: Running Out of Steam (The New York Times)

The latest in the Warner Bros. Monsterverse franchise shows signs of an anemic imagination.

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'Godzilla x Kong' Review: Kaiju Don't Need to Be Cute (Vulture)

Adam Wingard's 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' doesn't deliver the giant-monster goods, but it does make its creatures disconcertingly adorable.

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Is 'Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire' Too Scary For Kids? (Forbes)

"Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" is loaded with big creatures, loud roars and plenty of battles. But does that make the PG-13 MonsterVerse movie too scary ...

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'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Makes Roaring Start in China (Hollywood Reporter)

The Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment MonsterVerse movie is on track to become the biggest U.S. film at China's box office this year.

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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Gallery (IGN Nordic)

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire serves up a berserk dreamscape with plenty of payoff to please the MonsterVerse faithful. Shame about the human stuff, ...

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Does 'Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire' Have A Post-Credits Scene? (Forbes)

"Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" is now in theaters, but does the MonsterVerse film have an end-credits scene? Here's whether to stay seated when the ...

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godzilla x kong review: 'Godzilla x Kong' review: 'The New Empire ... (The Economic Times)

'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' is a highly anticipated Hollywood film that brings back the iconic monsters Godzilla and Kong for another epic showdown.

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'Godzilla x Kong' and 'Godzilla Minus One' revamp the classic ... (NPR)

Godzilla has been around for 70 years and recently won his first Oscar. The beloved 2023 Japanese production Godzilla Minus One won an Oscar for visual ...

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Box Office Thursday: 'Godzilla x Kong: New Empire' Earns $10 Million (Variety)

'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' earned an impressive $10 Million in Thursday previews despite receiving lackluster reviews from critics.

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'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Stomps to Record $10M in Box ... (Hollywood Reporter)

The Warner Bros. and Legendary tentpole hopes to hunt down oodles of Easter eggs at the worldwide box office,. By Pamela McClintock. Plus Icon ...

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'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Roars To $10M Previews ... (Deadline)

The Thursday night previews for Legendary Warner Bros 'Godzilla x Kong: New Empire' are second best for Monsterverse franchise behind 2014's 'Godzilla'

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FYI, the 'x' in 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Is Silent (Vulture)

Photo: Warner Bros. Every so often, you get an email that makes you stand up, go to a window, and stare outside for an indeterminate amount of time, wondering ...

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'Godzilla x Kong': Dan Stevens on Being King Kong's Dentist (Vulture)

'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' star Dan Stevens channeled '80s-adventure-movie icons like Kurt Russell and Michael Douglas when playing King Kong's ...

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'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Tops Expectations, Eyes $70 ... (Forbes)

Easter is shaping up as a welcome gift for 2024's box office prospects, with several films overperforming and helping insulate against expected downturns ...

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'Godzilla x Kong' Roars to $10 Million From Thursday Previews ... (TheWrap)

Warner Bros./Legendary's “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” earned a strong $10 million from Thursday preview screenings on TK screens, topping the $6.3 ...

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'Godzilla X Kong' Off To Kingly Start Overseas, Storms China In ... (Deadline)

Godzilla x Kong is roaring at the international box office with $15.9M through Thursday which doesn't include the $13.4M China opening day today.

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Events of the Week: 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,' 'The First ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Inside this week's biggest Hollywood premieres, parties and openings, including 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' and 'The First Omen.

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That's Enough of the MonsterVerse (The Atlantic)

Godzilla x Kong fails to deliver any action-movie spectacle. By Shirley Li. Godzilla and Kong roaring. Warner Bros. Pictures.

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Wingard on his 'mic-drop monster movie' 'Godzilla x Kong' (Los Angeles Times)

After getting hit by a car, the filmmaker wanted to make sure he went all out for his second MonsterVerse feature, which he calls a "mic-drop monster movie.

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Movie Review: 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' (KCCI Des Moines)

The first, and most important, is that it has been seventy years since everyone's favorite giant, atomic breath-spewing lizard first tromped across Tokyo in ...

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Godzilla X Kong Sequel: Will It Happen? Everything We Know About ... (Screen Rant)

The King of the Monsters teamed with the King of the Apes in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, but will there be a new Monsterverse sequel?

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