Anaconda

The comedy level is well-sustained throughout the film. There is no shortage of comedy in the first half. But it really is the second half when one is able to stop making the predictions and relax into the laughs. At that point, all snake hell breaks loose and the pace accelerates quickly enough that it’s easier to go along with it.

Anaconda may be getting the benefit of the doubt here because of how few studio comedies make it to theaters. In another era, it might easily have gotten lost in a wave of post-modern updates that included The Brady Bunch and Starsky & Hutch. Its plot offers few surprises, but its simple foundations and character motivations give Rudd and Black so much room to play that it’s an amiable time.

Rudd does his lovable simpleton shtick and manic Black carries on, as per usual, like a scruffy Don Quixote, but the film around them doesn’t quite keep pace with their go-for-broke absurdity.

Boasting more star power than all the Anacondas put together, but noticeably fewer laughs, what could have been a fresh take on familiar material ends up a regurgitated mess.

The movie could have really used some of that anarchic, industry-skewering “Tropic Thunder” energy. The only risk taken here was asking Sony — plus any surviving members of the original cast — to poke fun at themselves, which only goes so far when the film has no fangs.

There’s a real identity crisis going on here. I can’t tell if director Tom Gormican is making a new horror comedy based on the original movie, a straight remake, or a feature-length fan fiction controlled by its characters.

Let this film with no bite serve as rock bottom for the IP era.

Anaconda, Anaconda. Beautiful, wonderful Anaconda. Anaconda is the kind of movie that grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go! It doesn’t just slither onto the screen—it strikes, with the confidence of a film that knows it’s already a classic. If you thought a giant snake couldn’t charm you twice, Anaconda will happily prove you wrong -- by making you laugh while that gigantic serpent squeezes your expectations with gleeful abandon. Twenty-eight years ago, the world learned that "there’s snakes out there this big." The original Anaconda was a pulse-pounding classic that redefined the creature feature. But move over, Jon Voight! This Christmas, Sony has delivered a holiday feast that is bigger, faster, and more ferocious than anything we’ve seen before. This isn’t just a reboot; it’s a meta-embrace of everything we loved about the 1997 original -- the sweat, the suspense, and yes, the pulsing jungle thrills! From its first jaw-dropping frame to its final, audience-cheering moment, Anaconda delivers nonstop thrills, jaw-clenching suspense, and the kind of spectacle audiences have been starving for. This is popcorn filmmaking at its absolute finest—bold, unapologetic, and wildly entertaining. In this brilliant reimagining, we return to the Amazon, but with a twist that is nothing short of genius. When a group of filmmakers (led by the incomparable Jack Black and Paul Rudd) attempts to pay homage to the 1997 legend, they find that Mother Nature has a wicked sense of humor.While the 1997 original gave us a terrifying look at the hunter and the hunted, the 2025 Anaconda is a tour-de-force of modern cinema. It doesn't just reference the original; it elevates it. The moment we see that first coil wrap around the screen, you’ll realize this isn't just a movie -- it’s an **** experience! The snake? Bigger. Smarter. More terrifying than ever. The jungle? Sweat-soaked, dangerous, and alive. The action? Relentless. Jack Black delivers a powerhouse performance that manages to be both hilarious and haunting, while Paul Rudd proves once again why he is this generation’s most charming leading man. Their chemistry is more explosive than a jungle thunderstorm! And when the "Queen" herself, Jennifer Lopez, makes her appearance, the theater erupted in cheers. It’s the cameo of the century! I haven't been this gripped by fear and excitement since the first time I saw a giant snake wink at the camera. Every sequence tops the last, building to a finale so explosive it practically dares you not to applaud. Anaconda delivers fun, memorable moments from start to finish. It isn’t just a movie -- it’s an event. A thrill ride you’ll want to experience again and again. Anaconda is a triumph! Forget the fruitcake and the carols this year. If you want a real holiday treat, get down to the multiplex for Anaconda. It’s the ultimate thrill-ride for the whole family! Two thumbs way up! Rating: ★★★★★★★★★★ (A Ten-Star Sizzler!)

Occasionally funny sequel / remake / spoof is funny at spots but is so uneven that you just can't take it seriously in any way. Not a bad film due to its energetic casts but not a movie that I want to watch in the Theatre.

Anaconda delivers a surprisingly decent ****’s refreshing to see Jack Black back on screen, bringing his usual charisma to a well-rounded cast. The ensemble’s chemistry feels authentic, elevating the film beyond what could have easily been a forgettable remake. What begins with a slightly tongue-in-cheek, almost parody-like tone gradually transitions into a more grounded and engaging action film.While it may not redefine the genre, Anaconda offers enough entertainment value to make it worth a watch—especially for those looking for something familiar with a modern twist.

O filme é bem fraquinho, acobra pouco aparece, e os melhores momentos são com o Selton, que acaba aparecendo pouco. Ao menos tem aparições que resgatam o saudosismo e é ciente de suas limitações, feito para se divertir mesmo (embora não seja tão efetivo quanto poderia ser nesse quesito).

’Anaconda’ is a comedy that is, unfortunately, devoid of actually comedic moments. It tries too hard to do the wink, nudge, hey, did you get what we did here type of comedy, and past a couple of moments that made us lightly chuckle, we found the film flat and lacking entertainment. It also has a ridiculous story with 3 plot lines going on at once, and barely 2 of them really matter to anything in the end, with the other being nearly meaningless. In the end, ‘Anaconda’ is a waste of Jack Black, Paul Rudd, and Thandiwe Newton’s talent, with flat jokes and a bad story. Brad: 3 Josh: 2.5 Full Review: wbtp.link/youtube