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Anaconda Reboot Opens to Mixed Reviews, With Black and Rudd Carrying a Meta Creature Caper

Early notices praise the duo’s chemistry in a self-aware take that favors nostalgia over scares.

Overview

  • Sony’s new Anaconda opened in theaters on December 25.
  • Rotten Tomatoes’ first tally sits at 49% from initial reviews, currently the franchise’s best theatrical score.
  • Critics highlight Jack Black and Paul Rudd’s rapport as the standout, noting the film gains momentum in the second half.
  • Common critiques cite wavering tone, thin supporting characters, and a serpent that seldom feels truly threatening.
  • Coverage confirms legacy cameos and details production hurdles in Australia that forced late-stage set and story adjustments.