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Godzilla has made 23 films now. His movies have been fairly popular worldwide and his name is recognizable virtually everywhere. Although Godzilla wasn't the first kaiju (monster) to grace the big screen, he's been the epitome of staying power as far as screen creatures go. There have been dozens of giant monster movies made since Godzilla first appeared. This movie is one of the true classics of the genre, all nations considered.
The plot is simple: Godzilla attacks Japan when an egg carrying his offspring is taken by scientists. His appearance in Japan prompts the G-Force to battle him with MechaGodzilla, an supreme cyborg creation. Before long, buildings are being destroyed, tanks are crushed, and death rays are fired in an attempt for both sides to accomplish their goal. Although people may criticize the plot, it's simplicity prevents the film from developing unnecessary plot threads and subplots or lapses in logic.
The best part about this movie is the action and special FX. There's more than enough to go around. There are a total of 4 monster battles in this movie. Godzilla looks cool. Mechagodzilla is quite sleek and smooth in his new incarnation. Rodan, who makes is reappearance here, looks decent also. All three monsters have their beam weapons, which all look cool (esp. when Mechagodzilla and Godzilla have a "ray firing contest"). The matte work is also great, blending Godzilla in w/ citizens fleeing in terror.
The music is cool. I liked Garuda's theme, it was real catchy. There is also a choral theme that was pretty touching. The rest of the music is fitting as well (Ifukube brings back the theme that he used in Ghidrah and Monster Zero).
Overall, a highly entertaining entry in not only the Godzilla series, but the kaiju movie as a whole. Great action, special FX, music, and Megumi Odaka is as cute as can be.
score 10/10
drngor 25 January 2001
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