Nice special effects if you like monster movies but flimsy plot

Rating: 5/10 (25 August 2017)

Some reviews here are spot on regarding the flaws of this movie: the first encounter with Kong and the helicopter detail was toe-curling bad. As if war-seasoned helicopter pilots would fly bluntly and willingly into their end. Ridiculous start of the movie and I almost stopped the movie. However, since I like monster movies I decided to keep watching. It wasn't as bad as "The Giant Spider" (which is very overrated) but the story line/plot line is terrible and lacks any form of coherence or suspense build-up. On the other hand, I liked the variety of monsters and the interaction of Kong with the "good guys". Given the story line there will certainly a Kong part II or other "monster chasing spin-off". If you like monster movies and fantasy and don't expect a top movie (given the cast) then watch this movie (and sit out the ridiculous introduction with Kong trashing the helicopters).