engaging on a human level, and stunning in terms of visual achievement and action. There is incredible artistic detail evident in the depictions of both Kong and Godzilla, with vibrant palettes and impressive sound. This results in a high level of emotional investment on the part of the audience, which makes the conclusion of the story even more impactful.

Thanks, essentially, to Madison and Jia, the conclusion is that the battle for dominance gives way to teamwork. Two ancient rivals set aside their differences to save the world from an even greater threat. That threat – in the form of the Walter Simmons creation, Mechagodzilla – is an amplified version of patriarchal supremacy; a bigger, more concentrated response to the fight for dominance; a desperate attempt to maintain relevance in the fa...

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