Now that Japan has shown us what they can do with their iconic monster, how does the US do when they add their iconic ape to the action?
Now that Japan has shown us what they can do with their iconic monster, how does the US do when they add their iconic ape to the action?
The franchise continues, is the latest chapter more than the just nostalgic ghosts?
The first Godzilla movie to take home an Oscar (VFX, in case you were curious,) Godzilla Minus One gives us a prequel of sorts. Focusing on what Toho studios has always done better than its American licensee: showing us the human side of the story rather than a giant monster wreaking havoc.
[Note: After the cut there are spoilers. If you want a spoiler free review to decide if its work seeking out and reading subtitles: Yes, it’s great, well worth it.]
Warning: Contains strong language (also contains violence, blood, middle-aged white male angst, slow-mo, and dogs licking in slow-mo)