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Godzilla Sequel Debuts as NYFF Spotlight Gala Highlight
film24 days ago

Godzilla Sequel Debuts as NYFF Spotlight Gala Highlight

The 64th New York Film Festival will world premiere Takashi Yamazaki’s Godzilla Minus Zero, the sequel to Godzilla Minus One, as the Spotlight Gala on Sept. 26. GKIDS will release the film in the U.S. on Nov. 6 and in Japan on Nov. 3. Set in 1949 postwar Japan, it follows the Shikishima family as a new threat emerges, with festival organizers calling it a throwback blockbuster that blends human drama with ambitious effects. The NYFF runs Sept. 25–Oct. 12.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
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Takashi Yamazaki’s Godzilla Minus Zero Debuts at NYFF Spotlight Gala
film-festivals24 days ago

Takashi Yamazaki’s Godzilla Minus Zero Debuts at NYFF Spotlight Gala

Takashi Yamazaki’s Godzilla Minus Zero will world-premiere as the New York Film Festival’s Spotlight Gala on Sept. 26 at Alice Tully Hall, continuing the Godzilla saga two years after Godzilla Minus One; it opens in North America on Nov. 6 after its Japan bow, with Yamazaki and the cast in attendance, and festival director Dennis Lim praising it as a throwback blockbuster.”

via Deadline|
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"Godzilla Minus One Dominates Streaming with Stellar Reviews and Special Editions"
entertainment2 years ago

"Godzilla Minus One Dominates Streaming with Stellar Reviews and Special Editions"

"Godzilla Minus One" has made history by simultaneously topping Netflix and iTunes VOD charts following an unexpected release. The film, which grossed $56 million in the U.S. and Canada, skipped the usual higher-priced PVOD rental and went directly to a $5.99 rental on iTunes. This surprise release has led to significant viewership, pushing it to #1 on both platforms.

via IndieWire|
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"Godzilla Minus One Surprises Fans with Netflix Debut"
entertainment2 years ago

"Godzilla Minus One Surprises Fans with Netflix Debut"

Netflix has added the acclaimed 2023 film "Godzilla Minus One" to its UK library, delighting fans who have eagerly awaited its streaming release. The Japanese film, which became the highest-grossing Japanese live-action film in the US and Canada and won an Oscar for Best Visual Effects, is now the eighth most-watched film in the UK on Netflix. The movie will be available on Netflix US later this year.

via The Independent|
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"Godzilla Minus One: A Poignant Kaiju Classic Hits Netflix with a Twist"
entertainment2 years ago

"Godzilla Minus One: A Poignant Kaiju Classic Hits Netflix with a Twist"

"Godzilla Minus One," a surprise release on Netflix, is a powerful and poignant addition to the kaiju genre. Set in 1945, it follows a kamikaze pilot who survives the war only to face Godzilla. The film, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, combines compelling human drama with spectacular visual effects, earning an Oscar for best visual effects and grossing $115 million worldwide. The movie is praised for its deep screenplay, balancing human empathy and anti-war sentiment with giant monster action, making it a must-watch.

via Decider|
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"Godzilla Minus One Now Streaming on Netflix"
entertainment2 years ago

"Godzilla Minus One Now Streaming on Netflix"

Toho's "Godzilla Minus One," which won an Oscar for Special Effects, is now available on Netflix and VOD platforms after a six-month theatrical run in the U.S. and Canada. The film's home release on June 1 is unusual for a Saturday and suggests specific contractual agreements. Despite the delay, the film is expected to be popular, especially with a lower rental price of $5.99.

via IndieWire|
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"June 2024 Netflix Highlights: Must-Watch Movies and Shows"
entertainment2 years ago

"June 2024 Netflix Highlights: Must-Watch Movies and Shows"

Netflix's June lineup includes a variety of new movies, highlighted by the surprise addition of the Oscar-winning "Godzilla Minus One." Other notable releases include the Netflix original "Hit Man" starring Glen Powell and Adria Arjona, as well as "Trigger Warning" with Jessica Alba and the comedy "A Family Affair" featuring Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron.

via Forbes|
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"Godzilla Minus One Now Streaming on Netflix with High Ratings"
entertainment2 years ago

"Godzilla Minus One Now Streaming on Netflix with High Ratings"

Netflix has added "Godzilla Minus One," a critically acclaimed Japanese film directed by Takashi Yamazi, to its catalogue. The movie, which had a modest $15 million budget, won an Oscar for Best Visual Effects and has received 98% scores from both critics and audiences. The film features a compelling human story alongside impressive Godzilla visuals, making it a standout in the genre. Viewers are encouraged to watch it soon due to potential streaming licensing limitations.

via Forbes|
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"Godzilla Minus One: Streaming Release Delay and Director's Response to 'Oppenheimer'"
entertainment2 years ago

"Godzilla Minus One: Streaming Release Delay and Director's Response to 'Oppenheimer'"

The streaming release of "Godzilla Minus One" is delayed due to an agreement between Toho and Legendary Entertainment, with the film likely not available for streaming until later April at the earliest, following the theatrical run of "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire." This delay is to prevent competition between the two productions, and while fans may be disappointed by the wait, they will have to wait until after the release of "Godzilla x Kong" for "Godzilla Minus One" to become available for streaming.

via The Direct|
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"Oppenheimer and Godzilla Minus One: Impactful Oscar Wins for Japanese Americans"
entertainment2 years ago

"Oppenheimer and Godzilla Minus One: Impactful Oscar Wins for Japanese Americans"

The Oscar win for "Godzilla Minus One" is seen as a significant acknowledgment of Japanese historical pain, especially in contrast to the heavily criticized "Oppenheimer." The film, set in postwar Japan, portrays the grief and devastation caused by the atomic bombings, while "Oppenheimer" has been criticized for neglecting the Japanese perspective. The recognition of "Godzilla Minus One" is seen as a step towards greater openness to Japanese and Japanese American stories, but concerns remain about the potential impact of "Oppenheimer's" success on the discourse related to the atomic bomb.

via NBC News|
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"Director of 'Godzilla Minus One' Reacts to 'Oppenheimer' as a Person of Japanese Ancestry"
entertainmentcinema2 years ago

"Director of 'Godzilla Minus One' Reacts to 'Oppenheimer' as a Person of Japanese Ancestry"

Takashi Yamazaki, director of "Godzilla Minus One," responded to "Oppenheimer" at the Oscars, expressing his desire to dedicate a different film to the Japanese victims of the atomic bombings. "Godzilla Minus One" deals with the aftermath of the bombings, while "Oppenheimer" focuses on the American scientist behind the atomic bomb. The director of "Oppenheimer," Christopher Nolan, defended the film's focus on Oppenheimer's experience, stating that it is an interpretation and not a documentary. Yamazaki noted that the simultaneous success of both films was not intentional, and he feels it almost fated that they were released in the same year.

via NBC News|
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"Oscars Outrage: Godzilla Director Played Off During Speech"
entertainment2 years ago

"Oscars Outrage: Godzilla Director Played Off During Speech"

The Oscars sparked outrage when the Japanese visual effects team behind "Godzilla Minus One" was played off stage as they struggled to deliver their acceptance speech in English and pay tribute to their deceased producer. Viewers expressed anger on social media, criticizing the interruption and the pressure to speak in a different language. Despite the interruption, the team remained proud as they posed with their Oscars and Godzilla toys backstage.

via BuzzFeed News|
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