Review of Kong: Skull Island (2017) by Michael C — 19 May 2017

Three stars because Samuel Jackson's character detracts so much from the story development. Other than that Kong, the island, and the remaining cast make it tolerable.

This review of Kong: Skull Island (2017) was written by Michael C on 19 May 2017.

Kong: Skull Island has generally received positive reviews.

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