Film Review #77 - Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024)
Cinematography: the cinematography in the film was a standout; it utilized different types of lenses (e.g., wide angle) and different camera focuses with some blur in the background. It was innovative on one hand, but not over the top. The close-ups and medium shots were great. Editing and Pacing: Editing was commendable. Sometimes the pacing keeps me engaged, but then the narrative structure does not always keep up, with plot twists and character arcs that feel aimless or underdeveloped at times. Sound and Music: Sound and music play pivotal roles in setting the tone, with the electronic score punctuating the epic battles and quiet moments alike. However, the choice to abruptly cut music in some of the scenes detracts from the cohesion of the film's soundscape, leaving a disjointed impression that the rest of the soundtrack struggles to mend. In the second act, the soundtrack was very generic. It sounded similarly to what you can hear in typical superhero films with a “heroic” ...