I myself have never been excited about King Kong...
but the fact that Peter Jackson is involved in this makes me want to see it.
Plus, Weta Digital is totally paving the way in the special effects department and kicking ILM's ass...whick makes me very happy.
And I don't see why people would be upset with 3 hours. I say you're getting your money's worth!
I'm seeing it this Sunday.
-oddguy