Kong: Skull Island
Directed by Jordan Vogt-RobertsDe jaren 70. Een gevarieerde groep ontdekkingsreizigers is bij elkaar gekomen om samen naar een nooit eerder ontdekt eiland, gelegen aan de Grote Oceaan en even mooi als verraderlijk, te reizen. Wat ze niet weten is dat ze zich in het domein van de mythische Kong bevinden.
Kong: Skull Island Ratings & Reviews
- mickerdoo8 juli 2025Probably my favorite reboot monster movie. Stunning effects, great action sequences and creative monsters. Plus Brie Larson and John C. Reilly.
- Shaydeknight17 januari 2026Kong: Skull Island is, quite simply, a better film than the 2014 Godzilla introduction. Where that movie often felt restrained to the point of inertia, Skull Island understands that spectacle, momentum, and character engagement are not indulgences in a kaiju film. They are the point. The action is sharper, more frequent, and more imaginative. The film wastes little time getting to its set pieces, and when they arrive, they are staged with clarity and confidence. You always understand where you are, what is happening, and why it matters in the moment. The monsters feel dangerous, but also mythic, rooted in scale and physicality rather than abstract threat. The cast is a major reason the film works as well as it does. Tom Hiddleston brings grounded charisma, Brie Larson adds conviction and presence, Samuel L. Jackson delivers a controlled, unsettling intensity, while John Goodman is a solid anchor, as he always is. John C. Reilly is the unexpected emotional anchor, he's a smart and humane choice. His character provides warmth, humour, and a sense of lived history that keeps the film from collapsing into noise. Setting the story at the end of the Vietnam War is one of the film's smartest decisions. It gives the narrative texture, context, and thematic weight without bogging it down. The backdrop reinforces ideas about hubris, escalation, and the cost of imposing order through force, all while allowing the film to feel timeless rather than contemporary and disposable. Skull Island also understands its lineage. It openly embraces the kaiju and Kong mythos, offering visual and thematic nods to earlier Kong films without drowning in nostalgia. The island feels ancient, dangerous, and sacred, not just exotic. Kong himself is treated less as a monster and more as a force tied to place and balance, which aligns well with the classic interpretations of the character. Visually, the film is striking. The cinematography makes excellent use of colour, silhouette, and scale, often framing action in ways that feel painterly rather than purely kinetic. Several images linger well after the film ends, which is rare for a blockbuster of this type. The image of Kong in front of the sun as an introduction of scale and size is, IMHO, destined to become one that will be remembered for all time. Most importantly, the movie is engaging. It moves with confidence, trusts its audience, and never seems embarrassed by what it is. I was enthralled throughout, not because it tried to be profound, but because it knew exactly what kind of story it wanted to tell and told it well. Kong: Skull Island succeeds by respecting its genre, its characters, and its audience. It delivers spectacle without emptiness and homage without paralysis. As monster movies go, it was a thrill.
- inta9420 uur geledenwas pretty fun, pretty corny and silly too, but fun
- Nathan Magreta4 november 2025Kong: skull island is a much more grounded take on the big ape with a strong villain, massive cast, and some solid plot.
- Robert Clarke16 maart 2025Kong: Skull Island – A Thrilling, Visually Stunning Adventure I just finished watching Kong: Skull Island, and I have to say, I genuinely enjoyed it. It’s a visually spectacular film that keeps you entertained from start to finish, and I’d happily rate it 4 out of 5. While it’s not without its flaws, the sheer scale and sense of adventure more than make up for them. First of all, the visuals are absolutely mind-blowing. The lush, untamed landscapes of Skull Island are stunning, and the CGI used to bring Kong to life is top-notch. I found myself completely immersed in the film’s strange and otherworldly setting, and every encounter with Kong was both breathtaking and intense. The battles he gets into are jaw-dropping – they’re choreographed in a way that makes you feel the raw power and brutality of this massive creature. The ensemble cast was another highlight for me. Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, Brie Larson, and John C. Reilly delivered solid performances that added layers to the story. While the characters themselves might not be the most complex, each actor brought something unique to the table. I particularly enjoyed John C. Reilly’s comedic relief – it was smartly placed and never felt overdone. What really caught my attention, though, was how the film balanced its action scenes with moments of eerie tension. There’s this constant sense of danger lurking around every corner, which made the quieter scenes just as suspenseful as the full-on monster battles. And let’s not forget the great soundtrack – the mix of ’70s rock music gave the film an extra bit of personality that I loved. If I had to nitpick, I’d say the plot could have been tightened up in places. Some elements felt rushed, and a few of the characters could have been fleshed out more deeply. That said, I don’t think this film set out to be a deep character drama – it’s a monster movie, and it understands exactly what it needs to deliver within its genre. In the end, Kong: Skull Island delivers big-time on action, spectacle, and sheer fun. It’s a movie that knows what it is and leans fully into the chaos and beauty of its premise. If you’re a fan of monster films or just want to kick back with a thrilling adventure, it’s definitely worth watching. A solid 4/5 from me!
- MechaJayZilla3 november 2025One of the best films from the Monsterverse. It was all downhill from here. Kong deserved better in the American franchise, as did Godzilla.
- Mister Arn24 mei 2025They lost me when I saw how many helicopters left the ship. More Kong and less everybody else!
- Zokkiie6 februari 2026Kong is a total powerhouse, and the monsters he faces are wild and inventive — Mother Longlegs alone will haunt your dreams. The helicopters and retro 70s vibe add style, and the action never lets up. The fights feel enormous, like you’re right in the chaos, and the creature designs are seriously impressive. The humans don’t get much screen time, but that barely matters with all the monster mayhem going on. Overall, it’s a thrilling, fun, and slightly scary ride that’s impossible to look away from
- tacl521 oktober 2025Loved the home movie at the end. Fun movie.
- fosternccm25 juni 2025Fun monster flick. I enjoyed the action!
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Kong: Skull Island Trivia
Kong: Skull Island was released on 2 januari 2017.
Kong: Skull Island was directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts.
Kong: Skull Island has a runtime of 1 u, 58 m.
Kong: Skull Island was produced by Thomas Tull, Jon Jashni, Mary Parent, Alex Garcia.
De jaren 70. Een gevarieerde groep ontdekkingsreizigers is bij elkaar gekomen om samen naar een nooit eerder ontdekt eiland, gelegen aan de Grote Oceaan en even mooi als verraderlijk, te reizen. Wat ze niet weten is dat ze zich in het domein van de mythische Kong bevinden.
The key characters in Kong: Skull Island are Captain James Conrad (Tom Hiddleston), Lieutenant Colonel Preston Packard (Samuel L. Jackson), Bill Randa (John Goodman).
Kong: Skull Island is rated 12.
Kong: Skull Island is an Action, Adventure, Fantasie film.
Kong: Skull Island has an audience rating of 7 out of 10.
Kong: Skull Island had a budget of US$ 185 mln..
Kong: Skull Island has made US$ 566,7 mln. at the box office.