NOSTALGIA SPOILED! Jack Black and Paul Rudd’s Anaconda Opens With Rotten Reviews –

Anaconda Opens With Rotten Reviews:

The new Anaconda is set to hit theatres on December 25, 2025, but early critic previews have already generated largely negative reactions, leaving many fans concerned about how this homage to the cult original will land. On Rotten Tomatoes, advance reviews suggest a critics’ score in the low 20s, indicating that the film’s blend of meta‑comedy and jungle adventure has not impressed reviewers. Now, the updated score is 46%– still Rotten!

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Directed by Tom Gormican, Anaconda (2025) stars Jack Black as Doug McCallister and Paul Rudd as Griff, lifelong friends attempting to recreate their favourite monster movie. The cast also includes Thandie Newton, Steve Zahn, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello, bringing a mix of comedic timing and action to the jungle‑set story.

The 1997 original, starring Jennifer Lopez, Ice Cube, and Jon Voight, earned its place in pop‑culture nostalgia with campy thrills and practical creature effects. While it was never high art, its suspense and playful tone made it a beloved entry in ’90s monster cinema. Critics of the new version argue that this self‑aware approach, prioritising jokes over tension, undermines the charm that made the original so memorable.

Some early reviews praise Black and Rudd’s chemistry, and a few moments of humour land effectively. However, many feel the film does not fully capitalise on its premise or pay homage to the suspense and thrills fans expect. With its wide release tomorrow, audiences will soon determine whether this reboot can capture holiday crowds and nostalgia alike — or if it will become a case where the legacy of the original overshadows the new take. For now, it seems that the new version is going to spoil our nostalgia and memories.

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