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Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is a 2017 American action adventure comedy film directed by Jake Kasdan and written by Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Scott Rosenberg and Jeff Pinkner, from a story by McKenna. A standalone sequel to Jumanji , the film stars Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, Karen Gillan, Nick Jonas, and Bobby Cannavale.
Critic Consensus
Critical reception for Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle leans moderately positive, with most reviewers acknowledging it as a functional, enjoyable holiday entertainer for families rather than a standout film. The body-switch premise and its slapstick humor, along with a brisk pace that keeps the runtime from dragging, were noted as strengths, and Dwayne Johnson's performance received individual praise. Common criticisms included uneven action choreography, inconsistent production quality in certain scenes, and a general sense that the film falls short of the original. Several reviewers positioned it as an undemanding crowd-pleaser suited to casual viewing rather than a memorable cinematic experience.
6 rated reviews · 4 positive · 1 mixed · 1 negative
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Updated“This entire body-switch premise works on slapstick humour that's not crass and moves quickly with ample action to ensure that the 2-hour runtime doesn't feel bulky at any point.”Read full review ↗
“If you're a 90s kid, this might be a good chance to to relive your childhood memories. The board game has turned into a video game but the fun quotient remains intact. Kids will love it, but as I said there are few jokes only for grown ups.”Read full review ↗
“Productionwise, a few scenes really make you jump in your seats, so I am assuming those took most of the 3-D budget that a few crucial scenes, like the one in the very end, that needed better rendering, suffered. Having scene Karen Gillan throw mean punches in Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, watching the awkward action choreography in her scenes feels jarring.”Read full review ↗
“...a fine holiday movie for undemanding families — the action is competently done, there's an emotional story for those looking for one, and The Rock is in top form. It could be worse, but it couldn't really have been better.”Read full review ↗
“Overall, with the production quality befitting the ticket value, the film will appeal to children and adults alike.”Read full review ↗
“'Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle' won't become a classic like the original Jumanji, but as long as family entertainment during this holiday season goes, this is a functional movie.”Read full review ↗
“Ultimately, it may not be a fitting tribute vehicle to the late Robin Williams, but works as a fun watch if you're a huge Johnson or Hart fan.”Read full review ↗
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- Release Date
- 29 December 2017
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Language
- English
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