King Kong: Not enough to chew on (no pun intended)
Unfortunately, this movie doesn’t offer much to those who want to see the relationships between two people. (Or in this case, between an ape and a woman.)King Kong is overtly repetitive and offers the spectator very little in the form of content. Instead, they are left with stunning graphics that tell a story about a huge beast that gets angrier and angrier, except on the occasions he happens to be near Ann to rescue her.
The film does not explain why King Kong even climbs the Empire State Building, something so unbelievable that it requires an explanation. Love, as some suggested, is not enough.
While the film’s direction was exceptional, Jackson fared much better in the Lord of the Rings. King Kong watched more like a animal rights propaganda film than a recreation of the classic 1933 film.
The film offered minimal laughs but excellent talent, with the exception of Jack Driscoll (played by Adrien Brody). His motivation was lacking, even unbelievable at times.
It’s not worth the $9 dollars I spent to watch it or the 3 hours it took to get through it.
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