Watched it last night in IMAX & I had to remind myself to breathe a few times. That's how engrossed I was. It almost felt like I was there on more than one occasion. Will definitely watch it again before it leaves theaters. If I had to pick just 1 favorite kaiju movie it would probably be the 1954 Japanese "Godzilla" & the U.S. 1956 version "Godzilla: King Of The Monsters". I know some purists consider the U.S. version to be an abomination but I thought it was brilliant how the U.S. footage was edited into the original. I like both versions equally.

I think the humans were so interesting because it was a period piece. I honestly forgot I was watching a Godzilla movie for a moment because I'm a history buff and haven't seen postwar Japan that close portrayed on film. Even in the original there isn't everyone in slums etc. that I recall. Plus the focus being on a Kamakazi pilot was something Hollywood wouldn't do

I’m so excited for this movie

Minus 1 might be my all time favorite Godzilla movie. Also love the pop in the thumbnail 🙏

Godzilla has those bright green Linda Blair eyes.

I've seen all the Godzilla films over the years and this Godzilla felt more massive and powerful than other versions that was my take on the new film...

My biggest gripe with Godzilla films over the last decade and a half or so has been the lack of the films coming as a complete package. The monster action is almost always fun and exciting to watch, which is great. Who doesn't love it? But the problem is that monster alone isn't what the franchise or the IP of Godzilla has been about. Look back at 1954. That film was a human focused story through and through with Godzilla serving as the foil, or the obstacle to be overcome for humanity. That's why it gained cult status back in that period before Godzilla's popularity exploded with King Kong vs. Godzilla in 1962. Following that and maybe Mothra vs Godzilla (1964), his popularity and appeal slowly dwindled until it tanked by the mid 70's. They put him on ice, and revived the franchise in 1984 with, say it with me now, a human focused story with Godzilla as the foil/antagonist. This is where Godzilla is at his best. When he's serving either as THE foil/antagonist, or being an anti-hero who assists humanity by nature of his actions (rather than any sense of him being a true "ally" so much happening to share the same goal as humanity), that's where the true magic of the IP comes into play. And, sadly, most modern Godzilla films have forgotten this reality. Shin Godzilla was a decent attempt, but it completely forgot to actually engage the metaphors Godzilla stood for by glossing over each one of them with no visible consequences or backlash for them happening and just focused on the overabundant human cast and political satire built into the heart of its narrative. In short, it forgot it was a Godzilla film and more happened to feature a weird redesign of the creature for the sake of serving that foil/antagonist role rather than him actually NEEDING to be there. Minus One returns to the 1954 formula by focusing on a well written, emotional, and dramatic human story which seamlessly blends itself with Godzilla's presence and purpose as the foil/antagonist. This is why the film is succeeding across the board and is soaring high on review sites like RT with even critics giving it a 95%+ positive rating. Minus One is a complete package. It doesn't focus purely on the monster action, nor does it focus purely on the human element. It blends the two together with purpose and meaning and gives us all a complete package to enjoy, and I'm here for it all day every day.

Im a huge Godzilla fan! The movie budget is only 15 million dollars. Your comment of Godzillas eyes are on point! I think this movie out performs the latest American version! And is the best in 40 years

Love your content!!! This review was amazing, and you have me so pumped to see it. I've been waiting for a really good Godzilla movie.

I'm a huge Godzilla fan (no pun intended), and loved ShinGodzilla. Can't wait to see this one! Thanks Chris as always.

Cannot wait to see it! 🖤

The opening scene alone.. WOOOW

Haven't watched the Academy Awards in over 20 years. But this film should be nominated as Best Picture, sound, and effects. Good review. And the glasses are dope

I feel a connection to characters in monarch, legacy of the monsters as well, Chris 🎉

Godzilla minus one is the greatest out of all the Godzilla movies I've seen and I've been watching them since the early 70s 😊

3:51 Godzilla's main power is literally called the Atomic Breath, most all versions of Godzilla have the own version of the Atomic Breath each one different and more powerful than the other. The only of the Atomic Breath that is similar to Minus One Godzillas is 2001 GMK Godzilla which is no surprise because Director Takashi Yamazaki is fan of GMK.

Pacific Rim is one my favorite films featuring Kaiju’s outside of the ZillaVerse .

great review, i also loved it

Excellent review 👍🏼

Haven't seen this yet but want to. I know its not cool but I liked the 80's cartoon with Godzuki.

I'm going to see it today, bc of all the good reviews.. I'll let you know.🦖

It’s funny, I had the opposite feeling about the pacing for Shin Godzilla. Cuz I’m a huge Neon Genesis fan, Shin is like a dream come true for me. But I loved how destructive this Godzilla was

there's one thing I'd might add about why people would think Shin Godzilla was not well paced is becaused it was reflecting on the Japanese Government's bad and slow response to the Triple Disaster in Japan back then which was the Fukushima nuclear accident and Shin Godzilla was the embodiment of the Triple Disaster. There's a video by Cynical Justin called The Hidden Terror of Shin Godzilla, he sums up pretty well about the message that the movie was conveyin, since in Japan, Godzilla is more of a "tool" to reflect that era's struggles and pain.

Godzilla 1985 is a favorite from my childhood

Awesome

It’s not the best, but it’s def in the top 10 of Godzilla films ever, maybe even top 5. Loved that G’s design looked like the Heisei version on steroids

Awesome Awesome movie and can`r wait to watched again

I did not understand when people said they were scare of this Godzilla… hahaha… until I saw the movie myself…. The eyes were scary even though we don’t get any perspective from Godzilla. Being American, I guess Pacific Rim is the best kaiju movie? I’m sure there are great Japanese monster movies that never made it to our shores except in niche communities. Spoiler talk…. The “surprises” at the end felt cheap, but it did make for happy ending, which I did not mind after all the suffering these people went through…

Visual effects, all the shots. Fucking GODZILLA was damaging shit dude. Like he's slow and old school but was pure CHAOS!!! 10/10

Great review, I also wait until I see the movie before watching your stuff because you tend to give too much away when setting up the story

Chris , Thanks Much !.......

Take note Hollywood 😅

Best story in any godzilla movie.

I heard the movie has a lot of subtitles. I am legally blind, and have a difficult time reading the words from my seat. Would not being able to read subtitles take away from the story? Can I still catch the storyline even though I can’t read what is on the screen?

Varan the unbelievable 1958.

hi chris, how many 4.5 stars have you given out this year? 20??? a great year for movies and shows for sure

I think most foreign audience will appreciate this a bit more due to the fast pacing and less political focused plot. I watch tonnes of Japanese movies and live close to Japan, both shin and minus one are great. Not surprised the average movie goers especially non Asian film centric would find some part slow. These are Japanese movie traits, especially in social/political genre. Minus one does better than Shin because it has a bit more "stage play" setup.

Hey Chris, you asked us, but what is your favorite Kaiju movie? I really enjoyed King of Monsters myself.

Great review! Glad you really enjoyed it too :D my jaw was in the floor multiple times. I just read that the films budget is only 15 million dollars!!! WHAT. THE. FUCK. 😂

Thanks …I will check this out with your strong endorsement. 🛋 🛋 🛋 🛋 1/2

I don’t think they used practical effects, I think it was all cgi.

Godzilla is no hero! If he stomped on my block! I would destroy that monster myself! LoL 😂

Hi I appreciate your intelligent swear free reviews. I liked your translucent glass frames best....the ones you used to wear. They seemed a great trademark look. Hope you return to them and stick to them. Happy Holidays. How was it reading all those subtitles for nearly 2 hours? What a shame, right?

I thought Godzilla was the good guy...? 😱 I mean, his name components literally translate to gorilla whale in Japanese...two very gentle and peaceful creatures...🤣

I thought Guy Fieri got a KZfaq channel for a minute

the budget for this movie is only 15 million, pretty impressive.

It’s difficult to believe that this Movie was made with a Budget less than Twenty-Five million, only in Japan 🇯🇵!!!

Has everyone noticed Godzilla mark on her neck at the end of the movie in the hospital ?. What does that means …another movie is coming? Godzilla が彼女に乗りうっつたかな？

another 4,5 star review. have you ever given a 5 star review?

Great movie. No woke message. Real people with flaws working together. Real friendships. Real love and caring.

Godzilla Minus One that whole movie sucks Japan really messed up on that movie 👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎

Ive watched Godzilla fo 60 years but i cant sit thru 5 minutes of that godawful language. Dub that trash out then i will watch it