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Marvel Studios released the first proper trailer for Sony Pictures’Kraven the Hunterat midnight. Helmed by director J.C. Chandor and starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the titular role of Sergei Kravinoff aka Kraven the Hunter, the upcoming film’s promo also teased Alessandro Nivola’s appearance as Aleksei Sytsevich, aka The Rhino.
Previously helmed by Paul Giamatti in Andrew Garfield’sThe Amazing Spider-Man 2, as fans came across Alessandro Nivola’s version of The Rhino in the trailer for Aaron Taylor-Johnson’sKraven the Hunter, people simply lost their minds. Well, not in a good way. After criticizing the film for its take on the Marvel villain and his storyline, fans marched to express their disappointment over The Rhino’s look.
Kraven the HunterDisappointed Fans with the New Look of The Rhino
In the ever-evolving world of superhero cinema, there appeared a new rumble as Marvel Studios dropped the first trailer forAaron Taylor-Johnson’s upcoming movieKraven the Hunter. Directed by J.C. Chandor, the film is set to mark anew entry in the Sony Pictures Universeof Marvel Characters.
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Revolving around the Spider-Man villain Sergei Kravinoff aka Kraven the Hunter, who debuted in the comics in 1964, the upcoming Sony Pictures movie is set to narrate the titular character’s tale, after he survived a lion attack that gave him superpowers. Meanwhile, thetrailerfeatured other actors likeAlessandro Nivola in the role of The Rhino.
Well, after fans came across themember of the undead Sinister Sixin the trailer forKraven the Hunter, people were quick to express their dismay. After previously adoring Paul Giamatti’s version of The Rhino in Andrew Garfield’sThe Amazing Spider-Man 2, netizens felt betrayed by the new look of the character.
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Reflecting on the nostalgic side, Paul Giamatti had previously offered a curious blend of comic book adaptation and over-the-top theatrics with his appearance as the menacing threat inAndrew Garfield‘s movie. Appearing in a shiny, metallic finish and horned headgear, Giamatti’s Rhino had become memorable for its outlandish charm.
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Now, the new version of The Rhino brought to the spotlight by Alessandro Nivola inAaron Taylor-Johnson’sKraven the Huntersparked debate for it has hit a different note. Leaving behind the shiny, armor-clad brute we saw before, the new version opted for a more grounded, gritty approach.
However, the depiction of the character somehow appeared unpleasant for netizens. Although both Paul Giamatti andAlessandro Nivola’s version of The Rhino’s armor has been comic-accurate, fans of Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man have started to consider this shift like a missed opportunity.
Ew ew ew he looks like a budget Mr Thing.
Well that looks….terrible lol
Sony…please stop
That’s so ugly 🤣They need to fix it!pic.twitter.com/yAQ9yzC6uZ
It can’t beat the amazing Spider-Man 2 Rhino or even the videogames onepic.twitter.com/ZIM53S6EcM
Oh.. Couldn’t get Rhino from Amazing Spiderman 2?
Growing up withPaul Giamatti’s rhino-studded antics, fans have gotten accustomed to the metallic armor of the character, although it only followed the “tank-like” depiction mentioned in thecomics. Meanwhile, although The Rhino portrayed inKraven the Huntertrailer featured the accurate thick polymer mat-like suit, it didn’t sit well with audiences.
The Amazing Spider-Man 2is available on Disney+.
Kraven the Hunterwill hit the theaters on August 05, 2025.
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