Godzilla Vs Hedorah
by Yoshimitsu Banno
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Actor: Akira Yamauchi, Gara Takatori, Hiroyuki Kawase, Toshie Kimura, Toshio ShibaDirector: Yoshimitsu Banno
Brand: GODZILLA
DVD: Region Code 99
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Subtitled); French (Subtitled); Japanese (Original Language); English (Original Language); English (Dubbed)
Format: Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: Anamorphic Widescreen, 2.35:1
Running Time: 87 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2004-10-19
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Movie Reviews of Godzilla Vs Hedorah
Movie Review: A bizarre, super eerie flick sure to entertain fans of all genres!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I first saw this film when I was just a mere 5 year old tyke, and then again when I was about 9. I remember both of those viewings well, and have seen it numerous times since then.
Godzilla vs. Hedorah was born during Godzilla's infamous, corny, and non-serious period of his life known as the "Dark Age" of Godzilla films. During this period, the quality of the films had been dropping drastically and the appeal to general viewers had plummeted. This film, however, displayed a very noticeable difference in regards to the previous films, and remains the most bizarre, and unique G-film in the great history of Godzilla.
One major difference many viewers will likely notice (who are familiar with many of the other Showa films of the 60's and 70's), is the tone set in the movie. All the films prior to this film, with the exception of the original, were easily notable for their somewhat ridiculous stunts and plots, and incredibly poor quality and low budgets. They also seemed to lack any true message anymore and had moved away from the allegory-style original Godzilla and made simply for kids and their viewing pleasure (the main reason the original series was ended). Yoshimitsu Banno, the new director selected for the film, really increased the tone for this film. The film was very dark in contrast to the previous films, and displayed graphic images of death and terror not seen since the masterpiece, Gojira (1954). The amount of campy humor commonly found in typical Showa films, was greatly reduced for the film, though manages to preserve just enough to retain its nostalgic feel. Godzilla vs. Hedorah was also the first Godzilla film to feature a true, heavy message about mankind and its sins against nature in years. The original Godzilla was about mankind being punished for crimes against nature and the embodiment of the nightmares and horrors faced by the Japanese people in a massive, unstoppable beast. In this film, the message is very similar, yet this time, the death-spawned Hedorah is the containment of pollution and its negative side-effects and what will happen to mankind if they do not cease their destructive and reckless ways. Also, this film has more impact and horror in one respect: that is, pollution is everywhere and affects life on a world-wide level. Godzilla symbolically represented mankind's futile efforts to solve their pollution problems and just how hard it is to cleanse themselves of the obviously permanent damage done to the earth (which explains Hedorah's indestructibility). However, there is a degree of campiness still present, mainly because Banno wanted children to be exposed to this message as well, and knew that an all-dark, graphic, nightmarish film would not be suitable for young viewers. He was also well-aware of the reputation Godzilla had among children to begin with, and knew Godzilla must retain many of the most familiar qualities. It is surprising, though, that this film didn't receive a higher rating due to drug references, and the overall graphic nature of the film.
Perhaps readers are wanting more specific details of the movie itself and not just the symbolic perspectives on Godzilla as a whole?
Well, first off, this film is definitely a worthwhile purchase and makes both a great popcorn movie, and a sick-in-bed movie, so it's enjoyability is a versatile one indeed and conforms to many different environments and moods. The plot of pollution taking the form of a horrible sludge demon and annihilating much life on earth is simple, but effective and entertaining nonetheless. Godzilla himself puts up a great performance, while still being rooted to the good ol' camp days. Hedorah deserves as much praise, as he is one of the most deadly, and creative foes ever created and whose virtual indestructibility really made him all the more terrifying. This is a film that people of all ages can enjoy, whether really young, or really old, and will likely be cherished for generations to come. So if you can relate to everything I said, then this is one hell of a film and that you'd do well to get. If, however, you just can't see yourself getting this film no matter what I or anyone else says, well, then at least rent it and watch it at least once, then see if you've changed your mind.
Summary of Godzilla Vs Hedorah
No Description Available.Genre: Science Fiction
Rating: PG13
Release Date: 1-JAN-2007
Media Type: DVD
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