Godzilla -1.0 (2023) General Discussion Thread

[Tyrant_Lizard_King]

I would not at all be disappointed if this is an original kaiju film but after reading his idea for a Godzilla movie I kinda hope it is one. Unlike any future MonsterVerse entries I have no idea what to expect to come from Japan.

[JAGzilla]

So our new director considers Godzilla inseparable from the Showa period, does he? Interest level: +100%

[LSD Jellyfish]

I totally can guess. So keep us posted.

Sooooo....

I looked through my entire catalog of manga in my possession. Strangely, none really feature the time period specified, unless I'm missing something. Most take place in samurai times, during/between other Godzilla films (that sequel to Godzilla vs. Gigan for example), or just in contemporary/alternate realities.

The closest one, is Gojira 1952, which is just Gojira (as in it follows the film) but through a different lens, that being a Japanese reporter (who may be the one that dies in the radio tower in the film). There's some prequels, including one where a samurai fights Godzilla (whacky) and one involving the Xilliens invading during the samurai age. Unless I'm specifically missing something, there's no exact date or time (1944-1949) unless I'm missing something. So far, no dice, but still this was a nice reminder I need to get back into uploading and translating some of the older manga, especially since between that time my reading ability has improved.

Anyways, I suspect that yeah, the Godzilla the Ride was merely a test run of what a Yamazaki Godzilla film might look like. Even if they wind up using a different design, I'd honestly be really pumped for something in that style. Likewise, the Always Sunny scene, until it becomes a farce with a DBZ reference, is actually one of the most dramatic build ups to a Godzilla reveal, and done in an excellent fashion.

If I might add, the casting listed a bunch of people to play former military members, presumably meaning ex-Japanese military imperial naval officers. I don't think it'll be allied forces against Godzilla/whatever monster, but who knows. Likewise, even if it is the former case, I wouldn't form an opinion or assume anything yet, because Toho presumably realizes why making a film that somehow glorifies the imperial army, would be a really stupid choice right now given Godzilla's global popularity.

[miguelnuva]

I wonder I'd this will go into 1954 and maybe retale certain parts of Gojira.

[shadowgigan]

Ok, yeah, I definitely see it now.

[imposterzilla]

I totally can guess. So keep us posted.

Sooooo....

I looked through my entire catalog of manga in my possession. Strangely, none really feature the time period specified, unless I'm missing something. Most take place in samurai times, during/between other Godzilla films (that sequel to Godzilla vs. Gigan for example), or just in contemporary/alternate realities.

The closest one, is Gojira 1952, which is just Gojira (as in it follows the film) but through a different lens, that being a Japanese reporter (who may be the one that dies in the radio tower in the film). There's some prequels, including one where a samurai fights Godzilla (whacky) and one involving the Xilliens invading during the samurai age. Unless I'm specifically missing something, there's no exact date or time (1944-1949) unless I'm missing something. So far, no dice, but still this was a nice reminder I need to get back into uploading and translating some of the older manga, especially since between that time my reading ability has improved.

Anyways, I suspect that yeah, the Godzilla the Ride was merely a test run of what a Yamazaki Godzilla film might look like. Even if they wind up using a different design, I'd honestly be really pumped for something in that style. Likewise, the Always Sunny scene, until it becomes a farce with a DBZ reference, is actually one of the most dramatic build ups to a Godzilla reveal, and done in an excellent fashion.

If I might add, the casting listed a bunch of people to play former military members, presumably meaning ex-Japanese military imperial naval officers. I don't think it'll be allied forces against Godzilla/whatever monster, but who knows. Likewise, even if it is the former case, I wouldn't form an opinion or assume anything yet, because Toho presumably realizes why making a film that somehow glorifies the imperial army, would be a really stupid choice right now given Godzilla's global popularity.

Godzilla vs Gigan sequel? Yeah. If they try painting the Imperial forces in a positive light it would backfire tremendously.

[Gailah 1966]

Can´t wait to find the first pictures taken from the setting

[imposterzilla]

Makes me wonder though if the alleged sea creature is Godzilla or a prelude to.

[LegendZilla]

Makes me wonder though if the alleged sea creature is Godzilla or a prelude to.

Let's just hope we don't get the Godzilla equivalent to Prometheus.

[imposterzilla]

Hmm...well I like mystery and such, but a full retcon no.

[Gailah 1966]

Can´t wait to find the first pictures taken from the set.

Even if they are not very meaningful. I remember the first pics from the set of Shin Godzilla.

[LSD Jellyfish]

Unless they are publicly released images, do not post any photos here publicly.

[Gailah 1966]

Unless they are publicly released images, do not post any photos here publicly.

Of course only publicly released images. Otherwise Sanda will hunt me down

[Gailah 1966]

I striped the internet again today but found no news. I also searched in japanese language. Can´t wait to find out more about this project because a new live action movie by Toho is really overdue now.

[LegendZilla]

If this does turn out into a Godzilla film, how would you feel if ended up spawning a series of films jumping across each decade across the Showa era?

[UltramanGoji]

If this does turn out into a Godzilla film, how would you feel if ended up spawning a series of films jumping across each decade across the Showa era?

Seems random and stupid.

[LegendZilla]

If this does turn out into a Godzilla film, how would you feel if ended up spawning a series of films jumping across each decade across the Showa era?

Seems random and stupid.

Would you prefer a single decade?

[JAGzilla]

If this does turn out into a Godzilla film, how would you feel if ended up spawning a series of films jumping across each decade across the Showa era?

Seems random and stupid.

Why is that concept random or stupid? I think that could be really cool if done well. A similar idea worked out for Half Century War.

[LSD Jellyfish]

Why is that concept random or stupid? I think that could be really cool if done well. A similar idea worked out for Half Century War.

Because it's gimmicky and this isn't a comic series. Assuming this is a Godzilla film, I hope they had a good reason/inspiration to start in this timeframe.

When you start working from a gimmicky perspective, ideas are pigeonholed into a setting that they might not otherwise be. In other words, unless you have a reason to justify it, don't forcibly make a Godzilla film set in the 70's just because it would be fun for a small portion of the fans. Part of the reason why Shin Godzilla was popular in Japan was that it was incredibly contemporary, and din't require you to be nostalgic for Godzilla/Japan in another time frame to be enjoyed.

On top of that, if they make a Godzilla film in the style of another time frame, it'll inevitably be compared to the other films set in that time frame. While maybe it could be good, it's setting up disappointment.

[JAGzilla]

I'm not saying (and I don't think Legend was, either) to try and make movies in the style of the Showa era. That actually would be very gimmicky and likely to fail. I'm just talking about having a long-term storyline or anthology with a movie taking place in each decade. Movies set in the past aren't exactly uncommon or unpopular. Obviously there would have to be a good story to justify it; I'm not advocating that anyone make a project like this just to do it.