MARIAH's THOUGHTS on Godzilla vs. Kong 2021

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Genre:

Action/Science Fiction/Thriller

Rating:

PG-13

Release Date:

March 31, 2021

Run Time:

1 hr 53 mins

Directed by:

Adam Wingard

Screenplay by:

Eric Pearson & Max Borenstein

Story by:

Terry Rossio, Michael Dougherty, & Zach Shields

Production Co.:

Legendary Pictures

Distribution Co.:

Warner Bros. Pictures & Legendary Pictures

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Stream it now on HBO Max

Cast:

Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall,  Brian Tyree Henry, Julian Dennison, Kyle Chandler, Shun Oguri, Eiza González, Demián Bichir

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Plot Summary:

From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes the long-awaited face-off between two icons in the epic adventure “Godzilla vs. Kong,” directed by Adam Wingard.

Legends collide in “Godzilla vs. Kong” as these mythic adversaries meet in a spectacular battle for the ages, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home, and with them is Jia, a young orphaned girl with whom he has formed a unique and powerful bond. But they unexpectedly find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla, cutting a swath of destruction across the globe. The epic clash between the two titans—instigated by unseen forces—is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the Earth.

The film stars Alexander Skarsgård (“Big Little Lies,” “The Little Drummer Girl”), Millie Bobby Brown (“Stranger Things”), Rebecca Hall (“Christine,” “Professor Marston and the Wonder Women”), Brian Tyree Henry (“Joker,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse”), Shun Oguri (“Weathering with You”), Eiza González (“Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw”), Julian Dennison (“Deadpool 2”), with Kyle Chandler (“Godzilla: King of the Monsters”) and Demián Bichir (“The Nun,” “The Hateful Eight”).

Wingard (“The Guest,” “You’re Next”) directed from a screenplay by Eric Pearson (“Thor: Ragnarok”) and Max Borenstein (“Godzilla: King of the Monsters,” “Kong: Skull Island”), story by Terry Rossio (“Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales”) and Michael Dougherty & Zach Shields (“Godzilla: King of the Monsters”), based on the character “Godzilla” owned and created by TOHO CO., LTD. The film was produced by Mary Parent, Alex Garcia, Eric McLeod, Jon Jashni, Thomas Tull and Brian Rogers, with Jay Ashenfelter, Herbert W. Gains, Dan Lin, Roy Lee, Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira executive producing.

The director’s behind-the-scenes creative team included director of photography Ben Seresin (“The Mummy,” “World War Z”), production designers Owen Paterson (“Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” “Godzilla”) and Thomas S. Hammock (“Blair Witch”), editor Josh Schaeffer (“Godzilla: King of the Monsters”), costume designer Ann Foley (“Skyscraper”) and visual effects supervisor John “DJ” DesJardin (upcoming “Zack Snyder’s Justice League”).

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures Present a Legendary Pictures Production, A Film By Adam Wingard, “Godzilla vs. Kong.” The film will be released nationwide in 2D and 3D in select theaters and IMAX on March 31, 2021 and will be available in the U.S. on HBO Max for 31 days from theatrical release. It is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of creature violence/destruction and brief language.

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*My Thoughts*

The point of view is that you are here for the monster fights and you wouldn’t be wrong in doing so. Godzilla vs Kong is visually stunning and entertaining. The fighting is elaborate with a sense of natural flow on either side of the battle. My favorite parts are Kong’s facial expressions. His face said everything that is needed without speech or even sign language. Things like sorrow, fear, and rage are easily interpreted. Godzilla reminds me of one giant cat, one that is tired of humanity’s shit but puts up with it anyway because he’s the only one allowed to be the best Titan. But the visuals were the only good thing about the movie. The plot is predictable simply from viewing the trailers and there is little to no character development throughout the one hundred and fifty-three-minute movie. If anything else came out of Godzilla vs Kong, it is that this movie opens a doorway to a new Kong universe to explore.

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JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Kong: Skull Island (2017)

Genre:

Action/Adventure/Sci-fi/Fantasy

Rating:

PG-13

For intense sequence of destruction, mayhem and creature violence

Release Date:

March 10, 2017

DVD Release Date:

July 18, 2017

Run Time:

1 hrs 58 minutes

Directed by:

Jordan Vogt-Roberts

Production Co:

Legendary Pictures, Tencent Pictures

Distributors:

Warner Bros. Pictures

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Plot Synopsis:

In March 2017, the producers of Godzilla transport audiences to the birthplace of the most powerful monster myth of all in Kong: Skull Island, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures.

When a scientific expedition to an uncharted island awakens titanic forces of nature,a mission of discovery becomes an explosive war between monster and man. Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, Brie Larson, John Goodman and John C. Reilly star in a thrilling and original new adventure that reveals the untold story of how Kong became King.

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Cast:

Tom Hiddleston as James Conrad

Samuel L. Jackson as Preston Packard

Brie Larson as Mason Weaver

John Goodman as Bill Randa

John C. Reilly as Hank Marlow

Corey Hawkins as Houston Brooks

Tian Jing as San

Tobey Kebbell as Jack Chapman/Kong

Find the full cast & crew on IMDB

**My Thoughts**

I have always been a fan of big monster movies, all the way to when I was a child. Oh yeah! King Kong, Godzilla, Mothra, etc.... you name it, those classic big monster movies, and I'm pretty sure I have watched those movies through the years. I really enjoyed the different views on these monster stories. So, I finally watched this latest Kong movie, AND I am finally writing out my thoughts on it.

This latest movie feels like an "origins" movies since this "scientific expedition explores an uncharted island... Yep! This island has remained hidden from man for years, unless they accidentally stumble upon it, such as the "prologue" of this movie reveals. This expedition starts off well enough until they get to the island. They soon realize that monsters do exist. From then on until the end, they fight to survive on an island of monsters. However, which monsters are the ones that they need to fight off to survive?

I thought the cast was fantastic. The character development was adequate enough to get that realism. They made their ordeal and struggle to survive realistic on an imaginative island. Their interactions with these monsters was believable...considering these monsters were CGI created...haha!!! Anyways, I thought their world building/story setting was well done. The once commonality that these Kong movies have is that Kong is portrayed as a protector. Yes, Kong was/is the good guy in this movie. The film also delivers the idea of Man's arrogance of being superior...yes, I am saying it. It seems to take on the man vs. nature concept to a monster level...hahaha!! Well, it is always interesting when films subtly intertwine real world issues into the plot. Moreover, I did like the subtlety in their approach on telling this story. And, the action/fight scenes were played out and choreographed well. I even enjoyed the touching and heartwarming end of this movie.

Now, sometimes, when there is a "prologue" in a movie, sometimes, there is an "epilogue" in the form of an after credit scene. And, this movie has it! It is an interesting scene. It definitely sets up the concept that these big monsters are alive and well in this same world. Huh... A possible Kong and Godzilla crossover?!? Hmmm... Maybe we will see all those other monsters make their appearance in other future monster films?!? Well, we will have to wait and see if we will see today's take on these monster classics. So...Yah, this take on King Kong has a lot of room for more storylines.

There ya go! My thoughts, as a fangirl, on Kong: Skull Island. 😊

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JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Godzilla (2014)

Genre:

Action/Adventure/Sci-fi/Fantasy

Rating:

PG-13

For intense sequence of destruction, mayhem and creature violence

Release Date:

May 16, 2014

Run Time:

2 hrs 3 minutes

Directed by:

Gareth Edwards

Story & Screenplay by:

David Callaham & Max Borenstein

Plot Synopsis:

In Summer 2014, the world's most revered monster is reborn as Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures unleash the epic action adventure Godzilla. From visionary new director Gareth Edwards (Monsters) comes a powerful story of human courage and reconciliation in the face of titanic forces of nature, when the awe-inspiring Godzilla rises to restore balance as humanity stands defenseless.

Cast:

Aaron-Taylor Johnson as Ford Brody

Bryan Cranston as Joe Brody

Elizabeth Olsen as Elle Brody

Ken Watanabe as Dr. Ishiro Serizawa

Sally Hawkins as Vivienne Graham

David Strathairn as Admiral William Senz

Carson Bolde as Sam Brody

Juliette Binoche as Sandra Brody

Richard T. Jones as Captain Russell Hampton

C.J. Adams as Young Ford Brody

Find the full cast & crew on IMDB

**My Thoughts**

Note: This review contains no spoilers

So we finally got to see Godzilla, and I was not disappointed. We absolutely loved it! I really liked that it wasn't just a big monster movie full of destruction, chaos and mayhem. Not at all, this film had a story to tell that went beyond a monster movie. Not only did we learn the story, or origin, of Godzilla and the MUTOs, we also had the character stories that intertwined with the appearance of these creatures. Granted that there has been a lot of mixed reviews, but I really enjoyed this take of a classic creature feature that I grew up watching. This film pays homage to a classic that many fans have grew up watching. This film stayed true to the Godzilla character as Toho's iconic Godzilla that I grew up watching. I found it interesting that the film was filled with metaphors for: the dangers of nuclear weapons/waste, the need for balance in nature, and humanity. 

I was not dissatisfied at all that there wasn't as much Godzilla face time on sreen,but the build up to the confrontation of Godzilla and the MUTOs was awesome! This film is not just about giant creatures battling it out, there is a story to tell. In regards to the actual monsters fighting, I was blown away...felt like I was a kid again watching those classic Godzilla movies...to the very end!

So classic when Godzilla walks back into the ocean! So, don't let those bad reviews deter you from watching a movie that focuses more on the characters...which includes Godzilla (he is, after all, the BIG character in this movie...haha). There is a story unfolding in this movie, and this is just the beginning. I am definitely excited for a sequel!

Godzilla is definitely a "must see" for it's excellent story/plot with some monster action and great cast.

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300: Rise of an Empire Official Trailer 2

Check out the second trailer for the upcoming 300: Rise of an Empire!

Told in the breathtaking visual style of the blockbuster 300, this new chapter of the epic saga takes the action to a fresh battlefield-on the sea-as Greek general Themistokles attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war.  300: Rise of an Empire pits Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes, and Artemisia, vengeful commander of the Persian navy.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures present, a Cruel and Unusual Films/Mark Canton/Gianni Nunnari Production, 300: Rise of an Empire.

Starring:

Sullivan Stapleton as Themistokles

Eva Green, as Artemisia

Lena Headey as the Spartan Queen, Gorgo

Hans Matheson as Aeskylos

David Wenham returns as Dilios

Rodrigo Santoro as the Persian King, Xerxes.

Director:

Noam Murro

Screenplay:

Zack Snyder

Kurt Johnstad

Based on the graphic novel Xerxes, by Frank Miller

Producers:

Gianni Nunnari

Mark Canton

Zack Snyder

Deborah Snyder

Bernie Goldmann

Executive Producers:

 Thomas Tull

 Frank Miller

Stephen Jones

Jon Jashni

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300: Rise of an Empire hits theaters March 7, 2014

More worldwide release dates:

http://www.300themovie.com/releasedates/

Here's the first trailer!

Check out the amazing posters!

Whoa! Just like the first one, 300, the visuals is amazing and, yup, just like it was stated above...breathtaking! 300 was amazing with it's action and cinematography. And, from the looks of these trailers, this next film will have same. I am absolutely stoked that many roles are being reprised by the original actors/actresses from the first film. That's always a plus for me. And, have you check out the posters....Whoa! Oh yeah, they are ready for battle. All of these posters are visually stunning, evoking that battle-ready, ready to die feeling...hahaha!

I throroughly enjoyed the first film, 300, and, now, I'm excited to watch the next chapter in this epic action adventure!

What do you all think? Sound off in the comments below!

Godzilla (2014) Official Teaser Trailer

That classic big monster movie Godzilla has another reboot! And the first official trailer is out now!

An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.

Gareth Edwards directs Godzilla, which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Kick-Ass), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (The Last Samurai, Inception), Elizabeth Olsen (Martha Marcy May Marlene), Oscar® winner Juliette Binoche (The English Patient, Cosmopolis), and Sally Hawkins (Blue Jasmine), with Oscar® nominee David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck, The Bourne Legacy) and Bryan Cranston (Argo, TV’s Breaking Bad).

Edwards directs from a screenplay by Max Borenstein and Oscar® nominee Frank Darabont (The Green Mile, The Shawshank Redemption), story by David Callaham and Max Borenstein, based on the character Godzilla owned and created by TOHO CO., LTD. Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni are producing with Mary Parent and Brian Rogers. Patricia Whitcher and Alex Garcia are serving as executive producers, alongside Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira.

The behind-the-scenes creative team includes Oscar®-nominated director of photography Seamus McGarvey (Anna Karenina, Atonement); production designer Owen Paterson (The Matrix trilogy); editor Bob Ducsay (Looper); Oscar®-nominated costume designer Sharen Davis (Dreamgirls, Ray, Django Unchained ); and Oscar®-winning visual effects supervisor Jim Rygiel (the Lord of the Rings films). The score is being created by Oscar®-nominated composer Alexandre Desplat (Argo, The King’s Speech).

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures present a Legendary Pictures production, a Gareth Edwards film, Godzilla. Slated to open beginning May 16, 2014, the film is expected to be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX® in select theatres and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, except in Japan, where it will be distributed by Toho Co., Ltd.

Legendary Pictures is a division of Legendary Entertainment.

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Godzilla is set to hit theaters May 16, 2014

More worldwide release dates:

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Check out the official poster released today, too!

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I remember watching many Godzilla movie variations when I was growing up. Oh yeah! I am such a nerd when it comes to this...hahaha! It's always interesting to watch the various adaptations...some good and some bad ones. Either way, I end up watching these various adaptations. I already know that I will be watching this, especially with the amazing cast and crew who are involved with this film. With this trailer alone, I am liking what I see. 

What do you think? Sound off in the comments below.