“Kraven the Hunter” (2024) marks a dark and intense entry into Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, spotlighting one of Marvel’s most dangerous antiheroes. Directed by J.C. Chandor, the film follows Sergei Kravinoff (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), a fierce and highly skilled hunter whose deadly prowess comes from his connection to nature and animal instincts. Haunted by the legacy of his father, Nikolai Kravinoff (Russell Crowe), Sergei embarks on a brutal quest for dominance, justice, and identity. With visceral action sequences and a morally ambiguous protagonist, the film explores the thin line between hero and villain, delving into the consequences of obsession and familial trauma. Despite its bold R-rating and gripping storytelling, “Kraven the Hunter” received mixed reviews, praised for its performances and tone but critiqued for pacing and narrative depth. It joins a lineup of interconnected stories in Sony’s evolving Marvel universe, further building toward future confrontations with Spider-Man and other iconic characters.
Rating: 6.5/10
Movie Cast:
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson
- Ariana DeBose
- Fred Hechinger
- Alessandro Nivola
- Christopher Abbott
- Russell Crowe
INFO:
- Director: J.C. Chandor
- Story:
- Cinematography: Ben Davis
- Music: Evgueni Galperine, Sacha Galperine, Benjamin Wallfisch
- Producer: Geoff Anderson, Avi Arad, Leifur B.
- Production: Eve Stewart
- Genre:
- Writer: Richard Wenk, Art Marcum, Matt Holloway
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Movie:
- Languages: Hindi Dubbing
- Duration: 130 Minutes
- Release Date: Dec-11-2024
- OTT Platform(S): moviehax.org