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FuturedirectorMay 1, 2017

Smart, fast-paced and visually-thrilling, Godzilla Resurgence doesn't try to be compared with the other classics, it uses a strong cast and a truly eye-popping story-telling that satisfies the audience on a very effective manner.

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White_skyDec 19, 2017

Shin Gojira(Godzilla: Resurgence) is definitely one of the most unique Godzilla movies since the 1954. Thanks to director, Hideaki Anno, this movie not only presents us with combination of great directing, camera work and music, but showsShin Gojira(Godzilla: Resurgence) is definitely one of the most unique Godzilla movies since the 1954. Thanks to director, Hideaki Anno, this movie not only presents us with combination of great directing, camera work and music, but shows probably the most horrifying and memorable incarnation of Gojira, making it the most enjoyable kaiju movie in many years and an absolute must watch for all Gojira fans.
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THE_COCONUT_MANOct 15, 2016

I saw this at a cinema in Tokyo with no subs so I cant really comment on the story, however - really cool action scenes - especially the one at night - was fun to see Shinkansen being used as a weapon and all the cool effects of ZillaI saw this at a cinema in Tokyo with no subs so I cant really comment on the story, however - really cool action scenes - especially the one at night - was fun to see Shinkansen being used as a weapon and all the cool effects of Zilla smashing buildings.

Zilla looks a bit funny and the CGI was a little off - but it was very entertaining!… Expand

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Michel-MurrayApr 22, 2017

Shin Godzilla is an immensely well-done film in my honest opinion. This film manages to provide a rather effective blend of tense action, biting satire, horrifying creature effects, and even some drama to create an amazing film to showcaseShin Godzilla is an immensely well-done film in my honest opinion. This film manages to provide a rather effective blend of tense action, biting satire, horrifying creature effects, and even some drama to create an amazing film to showcase Toho's triumphant return to the Godzilla franchise.… Expand

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SethDaReviewerMay 3, 2018

Shin Godzilla is a triumphant return to power for Toho's flagship franchise. Stunning visual effects and great acting are abound in this amazing reboot. Godzilla is terrifying and you pity the humans has they try to come up with ways toShin Godzilla is a triumphant return to power for Toho's flagship franchise. Stunning visual effects and great acting are abound in this amazing reboot. Godzilla is terrifying and you pity the humans has they try to come up with ways to defeat Godzilla and ends his rampage. I can't say how much I recommend this!… Expand

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IUseRedditJan 12, 2020

A great return for the only company that can make a Godzilla film right. Godzilla looks awesome and the climax was one of the best I've seen. If you want a modern Godzilla film, this is my top pick.

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RathaelOct 16, 2016

SHIN GODZILLA REVIEW

Toho has released a new Godzilla to the masses to bring the new life to one of the oldest franchises. They have tapped one of the most famous Anime directors Hideaki Anno for the honor, as he has called himself a bigSHIN GODZILLA REVIEW

Toho has released a new Godzilla to the masses to bring the new life to one of the oldest franchises. They have tapped one of the most famous Anime directors Hideaki Anno for the honor, as he has called himself a big Godzilla fan. Shin Godzilla is a very difficult movie to review. It is a very complicated movie that touches on multiple facets of the Godzilla mythos, while at the same time, is trying to explain and bring this franchise to the new masses, and the new fans.

Where the movie shines, is in showing Godzilla's power and misunderstanding. That is very well portrayed in the beginning of the movie, when we are first introduced to this new creature. Movie is more focused however on dealing with this new threat, and that in itself is not a problem. Problem however arises as one could say is that there are just too many moving parts to follow, lot of which are not necessary not so much for the plot of the movie, but are not necessarily needed to be introduced to.

Movie technically has four or five main players which movie should focus on, yet for some reason, they are getting away from that and are introducing a slew of bit players that honestly, we don't find out anything about except their name and position. Yet, that's where in lies the problem, about twenty to thirty minutes is almost spent introducing these bit players, where the focus should be on the Godzilla itself and or the main cast, or dealing with the international crisis that the Godzilla is posing.

There are lot of nods from previous movies, and Godzilla's evolution is done really well, even though some of the CGI movie in the movie falters in some parts. That's where in lies one of the other problems, partially the charm of the old Godzilla movies was the fact these were actors in suits, and as cheesy it looked, it had a sense of connection to it, where as this movie is fully focusing on CGI, and even when they try to make it look like a suit, its more uncomfortable than fun. The fight in the movie is however done really well, and it was definitely a highlight of the movie itself. And that is not to say the plot of the movie was bad, it really was not. However the biggest problem of it, was that it was disjointed, and was really focusing on things it really shouldn't focus on.

There are scenes in the movie where they are going on intricate details of how to deal with the creature, and that scene goes on into chemistry class level of detail, where everyday viewer will just get lost, and might even lose interest in the movie itself. If the movie itself focused on the international crisis and the creature, which was the main premise of the movie, it would have been lot lot better. However it ended being weighed down by unnecessary characterizations and explanations which really shouldn't be in there.

This movie was not as fun as it should have been, and as much it pains me to say, Anno should stick to anime, as live action does not seem to be his forte, and maybe its not all his fault, but ultimately he was the director and the movie being good or bad, he does get burdened with the responsibility of the end result.

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mikedudezOct 12, 2016

First off anime fans and godzilla fans will love this movie
the shin in the title really tells you the meaning behind the movie when you watch it all the way to the end.
imagine a natural disaster and to watch the Japanese Government takeFirst off anime fans and godzilla fans will love this movie
the shin in the title really tells you the meaning behind the movie when you watch it all the way to the end.
imagine a natural disaster and to watch the Japanese Government take action is really something to watch and see how they handle all the surprising situations into itself is exciting.
jumping from action to whats the government going to do was like watching a scenario made me feel like i was apart of the camera man documenting the actions.
the destruction was stellar and spectacular, the cg never disappointed me.
i was so excited i cant believe the last time i was this excited for a movie was when i saw independence day at the theater in 1996.
the directors shows his anime direction from many scenes and music from evangelion. one of the greatest anime movies i ever saw.
this movie in my growing up seeing Godzilla through out the years from a terror to a commercial product like hello kitty is greatly elated with the new take on direction. i cant say nothing bad about this movie and i find in my eyes it was a perfect execution to a Godzilla movie.… Expand

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RtheomOct 12, 2016

It wasn't perfect, but it was about what I expected and pretty much what I wanted. Once again, Japan has thankfully restored Godzilla's name after the travesty that was the 2014 American "Godzilla" movie.

It returns to the classic formulaIt wasn't perfect, but it was about what I expected and pretty much what I wanted. Once again, Japan has thankfully restored Godzilla's name after the travesty that was the 2014 American "Godzilla" movie.

It returns to the classic formula where Godzilla is basically just stomping around, doing his thing, while humans attempt to clean up the mess. Gozilla wasn't necessarily the primary focus of the movie, but he was in it enough to give you the sense that he was actually meant to be a part of the movie and not just a title to give it "street cred".

What I actually liked best about the movie was how it pretty much perfectly mirrored the original 1954 Godzilla. In each, Godzilla and the movie as a whole actually represent Japan and it's current state and sense of self. 1954 Godzilla was about a grieving Japan recovering from a terrible war. Shin Godzilla is a movie about a Japan that feels trapped by its own bureaucratic mess and the demands of it's allies (the U.S. mostly), desperately trying to fight its own boundaries while recognizing it's own shortcomings.

Overall, a little slow in the middle, but definitely a must see for any Godzilla fan and far superior to either of the American attempts so far.… Expand

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ijy101Oct 22, 2016

This is a hard pill for American audiences to swallow, especially if you are one of the many Godzilla fans who didn't like Gareth Edwards 2014 reboot (like me). Now that America has it's own Godzilla it seems like Japan feels like they don'tThis is a hard pill for American audiences to swallow, especially if you are one of the many Godzilla fans who didn't like Gareth Edwards 2014 reboot (like me). Now that America has it's own Godzilla it seems like Japan feels like they don't have to pander to western audiences anymore which has allowed them to create the quintessential Godzilla movie, for Japan. This Godzilla movie is as laden with political bureaucracy as it is with scientific explanations and hypotheses which unfortunately has led American audiences to brand it as boring. I can certainly understand that, but for my taste the science behind the movie as well as humorous depictions of Government officials was witty and interesting enough to keep it enjoyable, which is also aided by the quick pace of the movie. Do I wish they sometimes wouldn't cut to a government board room (again) as much in the first half? Definitely, but it does allow us to develop an investment in the political goings on. But once Godzilla shows up in his final form they movie unveils what it truly is, a modern disaster movie with a penchant for destruction as well as some rather weird stuff. See Hideki Anno is well known for his love of mystery, strange looking creature designs and surprising twists, of which there are plenty to be found in this movie, many of which have led people to claim this is not a real Godzilla movie. I would say, if that's how you feel then the 1954 and 1984 movies are also not Godzilla movies. Speaking of those two movies they are the closest comparisons within the Godzilla franchise to this movie. It's certainly not as good as the original movie, but I find it much more interesting than the 1984 reboot.

If you are of the mind that you would like to see a monster movie with a darker tone, more dramatic weight and realistic responses, this is the movie for you. If you wanted to actually watch Godzilla smash more buildings in the 2014 movie, this is for you. If you wanted to see a better solution to solve Godzilla than "lets hit him with a really big nuke" this is definitely for you. Oh and Chemistry and Biology majors will really enjoy the science behind this movie. If you thought the 2014 Legendary Godzilla was the best monster movie ever, then this movie might be a little too nuanced for you, but you should see it anyway, why? Because even if this movie had been completely awful, it has Godzilla in it, for extended camera shots, destroying lots of stuff and we get to see him do it. That alone is enough to justify the ticket price.… Expand

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FadeBlackMay 27, 2017

Definitely a must watch for fans of the genre, mostly lives up to the Godzilla name. Has some out of place sub plots and still is not as on the point as the original Godzilla, but in terms of monster mayhem, it delivers much more than allDefinitely a must watch for fans of the genre, mostly lives up to the Godzilla name. Has some out of place sub plots and still is not as on the point as the original Godzilla, but in terms of monster mayhem, it delivers much more than all American versions so far.… Expand

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FiestykittenOct 1, 2017

Movie gets stuck right in as within minutes there's something in the water. This is not the kind of movie that gets spat out of Hollywood. There isn't a young sexy couple to eat run time, like a soldier and a nurse. There is just JapaneseMovie gets stuck right in as within minutes there's something in the water. This is not the kind of movie that gets spat out of Hollywood. There isn't a young sexy couple to eat run time, like a soldier and a nurse. There is just Japanese bureaucracy, a dozen different conference tables and a lot of stern talk. And then, the big G stands up, grabs the mic and wow... the radioactive vomit-fest brings devastation. G might look a little weird by modern standards, but it's a homage to movies that came before it and a darn successful one too.… Expand

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Jess_HillOct 16, 2016

Everyone's favourite city-crushing-radioactive-raging-anti-nuclear-anthropomorphistic metaphor returns in this thoroughly enjoyable disaster epic. The devastation wrought on Tokyo in this instalment is vast in scope and full credit to theEveryone's favourite city-crushing-radioactive-raging-anti-nuclear-anthropomorphistic metaphor returns in this thoroughly enjoyable disaster epic. The devastation wrought on Tokyo in this instalment is vast in scope and full credit to the model makers who did an exceptional job. Hideaki Anno and Shinki Higuchi (of Evangelion fame) bring a storyline that is not only satisfying on a destruction level, but also plays out as a tense political drama with scathing commentary on the current geo-political climate in Japan. If you're a Godzilla fan, you won't be disappointed. 8.36… Expand

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mstrsstrOct 15, 2016

Easily one of the most excruciating times I've ever had at a theater. You're bogged down with the most minute information at all time. Godzilla makes it's first appearance in a bizarre, laughable form but then later on takes more of anEasily one of the most excruciating times I've ever had at a theater. You're bogged down with the most minute information at all time. Godzilla makes it's first appearance in a bizarre, laughable form but then later on takes more of an impressive progression. Outside of that you're just watching people's titles flash on the screen and characters talk about a whole lot of nothing through really horrendous exposition. The monster moments are the best part of the movie, but unfortunately the monster is barely in the movie.… Expand

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TheSuffragetteOct 13, 2016

There were only three shallow female characters out of a cast of hundreds of men. It's 2016, it's time for directors to realize this matters. This had so much potential, too bad.

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raporgiJul 19, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Anno is a talentless hack and this film just further solidifies that fact. its aimless boring and painfully obvious there wasnt enough budget for the effects. they pad the screen time with scenes of tiresome paper pushing nonsense. the people raving about this are just too embarassed, stupid or dellusional to say that the emperor is walking around with his @$$ hanging out.… Expand

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WicasawakanOct 12, 2016

This was bad. They really tried but failed. 1) No enemy monster to fight. Only (in this case) a useless Japanese Self Defense Force (JSDF) being ordered by an inept PM who refused to make a decision unless you put a gun to his head. TheyThis was bad. They really tried but failed. 1) No enemy monster to fight. Only (in this case) a useless Japanese Self Defense Force (JSDF) being ordered by an inept PM who refused to make a decision unless you put a gun to his head. They tried but it was too little too late. The politics in this film were WAY overblown. We get it. Your politicians are old and feeble. The mutation special effects were a joke. It's like the movie makers spent every penny on special effects for this atomic breath and other attacks and decided that was good enough. Well..maybe for a 6 yr old it is. There were a couple laughs in there and a couple cool effects but overall it flopped. It was 50% bureaucracy, 25% action and 25% "why did they do that? or Why didn't they do anything?" Stay away from this one. Google "shin Godzilla ending ???" for another problem with the film.… Expand

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Patrick94Aug 11, 2017

95% painful exposition and 5% Godzilla. That pretty much sums it up. It's literally: Godzilla's on screen, actors are on-screen speed-reading their boring lines for 20 times the amount of time Godzilla was just on screen, rinse and repeat for95% painful exposition and 5% Godzilla. That pretty much sums it up. It's literally: Godzilla's on screen, actors are on-screen speed-reading their boring lines for 20 times the amount of time Godzilla was just on screen, rinse and repeat for 2 hours. I'm puzzled as to how anyone could enjoy this… Expand

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Huey_KratosJun 11, 2019

Honestly, i didn't enjoy this movie, maybe it's because I'm younger so i don't get the whole nostalgic **** But i do prefer the newer generation Godzilla. I used to be a fan of the old Toho Godzilla franchise of guys in suits but with the newHonestly, i didn't enjoy this movie, maybe it's because I'm younger so i don't get the whole nostalgic **** But i do prefer the newer generation Godzilla. I used to be a fan of the old Toho Godzilla franchise of guys in suits but with the new one damn that's way better than this any day.… Expand

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The1stAssassinApr 13, 2020

This movie is just terrible, the worst japanese Godzilla movie yet. Hideki Anno shows once again his incapability in handling giant monsters with a movie where Godzilla, aside from having an horrible design, is almost never on screen and allThis movie is just terrible, the worst japanese Godzilla movie yet. Hideki Anno shows once again his incapability in handling giant monsters with a movie where Godzilla, aside from having an horrible design, is almost never on screen and all the focus is on flat and poorly written human characters that does nothing but talking and doing almost nothing.
Hope this movie will be quickly forgotten.… Expand

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imthenoobFeb 19, 2021

The fact that Godzilla is fully CG was interesting but an ultimately poor choice because the designs for him were just so laughably bad at times, especially when you see him at the beginning of the film. I also felt that the CG just didn'tThe fact that Godzilla is fully CG was interesting but an ultimately poor choice because the designs for him were just so laughably bad at times, especially when you see him at the beginning of the film. I also felt that the CG just didn't mix well with the live-action and while it blended together fine in some scenes, A lot of it stuck out like a sore thumb.

However, My biggest gripe would be the story. It's a 2-hour film and they seem more than content on filling it with information you simply don't need to know but they feel the need to share. The plot tries so hard to be serious but the movie does everything it can to prevent you from taking it seriously. And the pacing is crippling slow in the second half, especially with Godzilla being very noticeably absent during this time as well.

All in all, Shin Godzilla takes risks that simply do not pay off and I would be more than satisfied if this were a one-off movie.… Expand