Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Subscribe: TuneIn |
It’s on like Donkey Kong in today’s episode of The Cinematic Schematic. We’re trekking back to Hollow Earth for another battle of the Titans in our review of the latest entry in the Legendary MonsterVerse, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.
Assembling the Newest Monarch Crew
To explore the secrets of Kong’s underground home hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman have recruited RedSix podcast host / Soonercon Director of IT and Development Caleb Haldane and Chad Parizman from Ader Communications
Breaking the Ice: Future Franchise X-overs
Time Stamp: 4:40
To start our discussion, we asked, “What franchise crossover should be brought to the big screen next?” There’s no shortage of possibilities in a theatrical world of IP extravaganzas, but are any of them good?
Review: Is Godzilla x Kong anything more than an expensive cartoon?
Time Stamp: 27:45
In our spoiler-free review discussion, we cover:
- Our overall thoughts on the film
- The meaning of the subtitle, “The New Empire.”
- How this movie ranks in the Legendary MonsterVerse
- Letter grade verdicts
- Alternate media recommendations
Spoilers Discussion: What makes blockbusters more than just a spectacle?
Time Stamp: 1:09:10
After providing a verdict, we jump deep into Skar’s den to break down:
- The versatility of Godzilla and King Kong across genres
- Whether the movie walks the line between Saturday morning cartoon fun and weightless CGI fights
- Where the MonsterVerse can go next
Are there still fun and exciting ideas to explore in the MonsterVerse, or is Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire evidence of a franchise spinning out of control? Check out our review conversation to get our final verdict.
Special Guests
Caleb Haldane
Soonercon Director of IT and Development
Listen to Caleb’s take on Godzilla Vs Kong(2021)
Twitter @calebhaldane
Chad Parizman
Podcast host/producer, principal, and founder at Ader Communications
About Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
According to IMDB, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is described as:
Two ancient titans, Godzilla and Kong, clash in an epic battle as humans unravel their intertwined origins and connection to Skull Island’s mysteries.
Follow The Cinematic Schematic Podcast
Hear all this and more of our past and future episodes by subscribing to The Cinematic Schematic on your preferred podcast app and leaving us a rating on Apple Podcasts!
Follow The Cinematic Schematic on Spotify
Like The Cinematropolis on Facebook
Follow The Cinematropolis on X @thecinematrop
