After its grand premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire” finally hit screens on Monday night, igniting a frenzy of reactions across the Internet.
With immense anticipation surrounding the collaboration of these iconic Kaiju figures, Godzilla and Kong join forces to unveil a new threat to the world stage.
The latest installment not only brings back the colossal titans but also reintroduces characters such as the conspiracy theorist Bernie, played by Rebecca Hall, and the scientist Ilene Andrews, portrayed by Brian Tyree Henry. Meanwhile, Dan Stevens, known for his roles in “Downton Abbey” and “Beauty and The Beast,” takes on the role of an eccentric veterinarian trapper.
In this sequel, Godzilla and Kong detect a looming threat emerging from the Hollow Earth, their place of origin. The only path to victory is through collaboration. Alongside them is Jia, portrayed by Kayle Hottle, Andrews’ adopted daughter, who possesses the ability to sense the hidden enemy.
In an interview with Reuters, director Adam Wingard expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “The technology is there, the confidence is there. It’s time to, for the first time ever, allow the monsters to tell their own story from their own perspective.”
Wingard, who helmed “Godzilla X Kong,” further added, “I was just thrilled to be able to create sequences where visuals take precedence, sometimes going minutes without dialogue, immersing the audience in the world of monsters. This is the dream movie I always wanted to see as a child.”
In addition to the lead monsters, the ensemble cast delivers compelling performances, supported by LED screens that enhance their reactions to the unfolding events.
“Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire,” much anticipated by fans, is slated for theatrical release on Wednesday.