Review of Kong: Skull Island (2017) by Kevin B — 20 Jul 2017

Very well-made movie with beautiful cinematography. Some parts were dragging, but for the most part it was very good.

This review of Kong: Skull Island (2017) was written by Kevin B on 20 Jul 2017.

Kong: Skull Island has generally received positive reviews.

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