After catching an early screening of the Monsterverse movie Godzilla x Kong, director Takashi Yamazaki of ‘Godzilla Minus One’ shares his reaction.
In the wild world of Godzilla fandom, it’s like a monster party that just won’t stop! First, we were treated to the epic Toho flick ‘Godzilla Minus One,’ crafted by the mastermind Yamazaki himself, and now we’re gearing up for the Monsterverse’s colossal comeback with ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.’ Set to roar into theatres on March 29th, this monster mash-up is sure to have fans trembling with excitement. But hold onto your popcorn because guess who got a sneak peek? That’s right, the one and only Yamazaki! He’s already seen it and couldn’t resist spilling the beans. According to him, it’s a must-see on the big screen! So grab your 3D glasses and get ready for a monster-sized adventure!
Translated, the post reads, “I was able to watch the [movie early]. It’s a super fun and gorgeous movie. Be sure to watch it on the big screen!!!“
Hollywood’s Godzilla Movies are fun says Takashi Yamazaki
In a candid chat with Empire, Yamazaki, the creative force behind the brooding ‘Godzilla Minus One,’ dished out his thoughts on the Monsterverse mayhem. While his film channels the darker tones of Toho’s original Godzilla saga, Yamazaki couldn’t resist acknowledging the sheer ‘fun’ factor of Hollywood’s spin-offs.
Yamazaki praised the Monsterverse filmmakers for their inventive take on the iconic IP.
“Hollywood interpretation of Godzilla is a very interesting use of the IP,” Yamazaki tells the site. “It can endure and survive many different interpretations. To me, it’s a more fun version of what Godzilla can be – the classic Toho version did explore something like that at one point in its history.”
“Within that genre, I think they do a good job of [balancing] what the humans do, versus what the kaiju are doing.”
Adam Wingard on Godzilla Minus One
Directed by Adam Wingard, ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ promises a kaiju showdown for the ages, complete with unexpected alliances and epic battles. Inspired by the buddy cop dynamic of ‘Lethal Weapon,’ it’s set to star Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, and a host of other talented actors.
The publication also snagged an interview with Wingard, eager to hear his thoughts on Godzilla Minus One. Despite its epic portrayal of the King of Monsters, Wingard acknowledges it’s a departure from the Titan’s usual antics, leaving him utterly impressed.
“It was fantastic. It’s one of the best Godzilla movies I’ve ever seen,” Wingard states. “Their take on Godzilla is so different than mine. I’m following the later ’60s, 70s Showa pattern, where Godzilla is the hero character.”
“In Minus One, Godzilla reacts in a way that’s metaphorical to what the characters are going through. It’s such a different movie than ours tonally. You’re getting more Godzilla now than ever, but you’re seeing all sides of him. It’s really super-cool.”
Mark your calendars for March 29, 2024, when ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ stomps its way into theatres!
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