Godzilla Minus One marks the 37th film in the famous Kaiju franchise. It is the latest addition to the growing universe, which recently saw the release of a new TV show called Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Besides, the film seems to have managed to impress the early viewers.
Directed by Takashi Yamazaki and produced by Toho, the latest Godzilla film has been set in post-World War II Japan. The film depicts the city’s struggles after the war, where Godzilla emerges as an even bigger crisis for the city that’s already grappling with fear.
Early Reviews Call It The Best Film In The Franchise
The film was released in Japan even before it was unveiled at the Tokyo International Film Festival, and early reviews have also started pouring in. Going by the early reviews, it seems the film has managed to generate a buzz among the fans for its great narrative and emotional depth. The movie has also garnered rave reviews on social media platforms.
One user wrote (via ComicBook.com):
“I was shown a preview of Godzilla Minus One, and it was incredibly interesting. A strong anti-war movie. However, at the same time, there were many scenes that made me think I wanted to see this kind of battle, so I couldn’t help but get excited. I’ve seen every Godzilla movie, but this one is now my favorite. It will make you cry and touch your heart in many ways. It is a masterpiece.”
Godzilla Minus One has managed to leave fans speechless, with some labeling the film as a “masterpiece.” The cast of the film includes Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe, Yuki Yamada, Munetaka Aoki, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Sakura Ando, and Kuranosuke Sasaki.
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What’s Next For The Godzilla Franchise
Godzilla Minus One will be premiering in Japan on November 3, but its release date for other regions hasn’t been announced yet. Thankfully, fans of the franchise will be able to enjoy another thrilling adventure through Apple TV’s Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, which is a part of Legacy Entertainment’s MonsterVerse.
The show’s official synopsis reads (via Movie Web):
“Following the thunderous battle between Godzilla and the Titans that leveled San Francisco, and the shocking revelation that monsters are real, “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” tracks two siblings following in their father’s footsteps to uncover their family’s connection to the secretive organization known as Monarch… The dramatic saga – spanning three generations – reveals buried secrets and the ways that epic, earth-shattering events can reverberate through our lives.”
The franchise will witness another addition with the forthcoming movie Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. The film is said to feature the two creatures joining forces to take on an even bigger threat. The movie is slated to hit the theaters on April 12, 2024.
