Hideo Kojima Reviews Spider-Man: Brand New Day: ‘It Felt Fresh, and I Really Enjoyed It’
Hideo Kojima, the renowned video game director behind franchises including Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, has shared his thoughts on the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, starring Tom Holland. Publishing his review on X (formerly Twitter), Kojima expressed enthusiasm for the film’s approach to its protagonist.
The review, spanning less than 200 words and 1,000 characters, emphasized themes of solitude within the narrative. Kojima highlighted the film’s portrayal of Peter Parker as a lonely character, describing the overall experience as refreshingly novel. “A lonely hero. A lonely Spidey. A lonely Peter Parker,” Kojima wrote. “It felt fresh, and I really enjoyed it.”
While primarily known for his groundbreaking contributions to interactive media, Kojima has positioned himself as a thoughtful observer of contemporary entertainment and storytelling across mediums. His engagement with the MCU entry suggests appreciation for the film’s thematic depth and character exploration, particularly in how it handles the emotional dimensions of the superhero protagonist. The review arrives as part of an apparent pattern of Kojima engaging critically with entertainment properties across different formats, leveraging his platform to share cultural observations with his audience.