Toho's GODZILLA MINUS ONE directed by Takashi Yamazaki (12/1/23) 6 6

[csaag]

Had a looong day in work yesterday so I took a break in the afternoon and caught a showing.  A shame only a dozen people were in the theater cause the rest  missed a *superb* movie.  I texted my wife  afterwards that I should've waited and seen it with her as I think we would've actuallly liked it even without the Big G being her type of movie.

The best Godzilla movie I have ever seen.  By far. Seemed like a reimagining of the original movie.  It was refreshing to see G take a heel turn for a change.  This was the best portraying of Godzilla as a real force of nature.  The human side of the movie was also excellent.  It certainly deserves awards.

[Bosco685]

[csaag]

On 12/9/2023 at 3:59 AM, Bosco685 said:

I certainly would be surprised if it cost much more than that. Were they using American special effects companies or Japanese ones and maybe charge lesser costs?

At any rate as long as it doesn't deter them putting out additional films with similar quality then the cost doesn't matter.

[Bosco685]

On 12/9/2023 at 8:39 AM, csaag said:

At any rate as long as it doesn't deter them putting out additional films with similar quality then the cost doesn't matter.

It does if the production budget is 170M-$200M and the film makes $50M.

In this case the film is so cheap, Toho will be rolling in the Yen.

[csaag]

On 12/9/2023 at 11:25 AM, Bosco685 said:

It does if the production budget is 170M-$200M and the film makes $50M.

In this case the film is so cheap, Toho will be rolling in the Yen.

Ugh, meant to say that I wouldn't be surprised if it cost more than $15 million.   That's what I get for posting while taking a morning walk.

[Mr Sneeze]

Finally got a chance to get out and see this and Holy ****! This is an incredible movie! Incredible! I don't want to say too much to spoil anything but if you like film then this is a must see no matter if your versed in Godzilla lore or not. 10/10

The score is amazing, f-ing fantastic. Love the reprisal of the original theme!

I had said in an earlier post that I hoped it could be as good as Shin Godzilla by Hideaki Anno (Evangellion creator and another 10/10 for me) and it is every bit as good. I don't mean to invite comparisons as they are both their own thing. Good for Toho studios. I hope strong word of mouth keeps this in theaters longer. A lot of people at the showing I went to this evening.

 

[Bosco685]

[Mr Sneeze]

 

[Mr Sneeze]

OMG! This is so beautiful!

[Bosco685]

On 12/9/2023 at 3:59 AM, Bosco685 said:

[Bosco685]

Godzilla Minus One Director Denies $15 Million Budget Claim

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The latest kaiju monster movie from Japan, Godzilla Minus One, has been a smash hit with fans both in Japan and in the West. Up until now, it’s been widely reported that the film was shot with a budget of approximately $15 million USD, but it seems like that might be the case.

 

During a panel at Tokyo Comic Con over the weekend, Godzilla Minus One director Takashi Yamazaki disputed claims that the film was made on a $15 million budget. As reported by Twitter account Kaiju No. 14, Yamazaki responded to the claims of a high budget by saying “I wish it were that much.”

 

[rexinnih]

Sorry if this is a repeated question but is this Godzilla a standalone reboot or part of the new series with Kong and/or related to the OG Godzilla series? Thanks. 

[Bosco685]

On 12/12/2023 at 9:39 PM, rexinnih said:

Sorry if this is a repeated question but is this Godzilla a standalone reboot or part of the new series with Kong and/or related to the OG Godzilla series? Thanks. 

Separate from the Legendary Pictures' MonsterVerse.

[mr_highgrade]

I saw this over the weekend with the kids, thanks to this thread and we all loved it. Highly recommended. 

[Calidream'n]

Glad to see it doing so well here in the US. Went with my sister who is an English Professor and also has a degree in Asian studies. Fluent in Japanese. She said it was really well done and is a fantastic statement about post war Japanese sentiment. I thought it was excellent. If you haven't already, go see it!

[Bosco685]

 

[RedRaven]

Just got back from the local cinema with my wife. First movie we have viewed in theatre since Rise of Skywalker. Absolutely enjoyed it. No precocious 12-year-old kid who solves every problem; No scientist and his/her estranged scientist spouse dealing with their own issues as they try to save the world; In short, none of the tropes that Hollywood seems to think are required in these sorts of flicks. My wife made the comment, as we were leaving, "that movie felt like I was watching something made decades ago", and she meant that as a compliment. I think she liked it more than I did. I was a little put out with the ending as it seemed too formulaic. I think a more powerful statement could have been made without opting for the happy ending.

Solid B+ in my book. 

I wonder if TOHO is resetting their Godzilla universe with this as our starting point?

[Bosco685]

[The humble Watcher lurking]

Just came back from it. Up there with the 1954 first Godzilla movie as best Godzilla movie ever. 

[Dr. Love]

Sitting in my seat, completely empty theater which I love,  chose my day and time to achieve that, cant wait

Will update in a few hours. Godzilla rules!

Edit: now that's a movie!  Great storyline, acting, special effects. Got all the big elements - pain, loss, redemption, salvation. Family, loyalty, sacrifice. Even a brief editorial point slipped in on the wartime Japanese mindset. Which was interesting and unexpected.

And it had a monstrous monster. He's not your misunderstood Big Friend.  Lots of screen time for G, the way it should be. 

Edited December 19, 2023 by Dr. Love