Something that’s not mentioned in the promotion: there are actually 3 prehistoric, radiation-driven monsters in this bomb. They’re all headed for San Francisco, where they cause collateral damage as they take on each other. How could anyone in Hollywood think that this story would work? Granted, it’s supposed to be all about the creatures, but the situations are simply preposterous and the plotting is shockingly insipid. The effects are adequate and the action is average, but nothing about it is special. Aaron Johnson, who’s haplessly thrust into the hero role, continues to impress with his chameleon-like ability. There’s no humor, no logic, no suspense. It makes me long for the campy fun of the originals.
(2 / 5)