Mothra vs. Godzilla
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Movie Reviews of Mothra vs. Godzilla
Movie Review: Mothra, Godzilla, the titans will meet.
Summary: 5 Stars
When I was a child i only had my parents' word as to whether or not certain films were worth watching. Godzilla, the original b&w classic, was apparently my mother's favorite. i watched it with certain degrees of enthusiasm. Later my enthusiasm grew when one of the local stations in my town started showing these classic films on Saturday afternoons. With my dad watching them with me, talking for the monsters so that I knew what they were saying (and believe me they were very foul mouthed towards each other), I fell in love with these. As i got older, I learned more of the histories behind these classics, and soon became a huge fan wanting not only the movies, but the chance to watch them in their original japanese to see what differences there were.
This is the film that introduced one og Godzilla's greatest enemies who would from time to time become an ally, but then always revert back to being an enemy. Mothra is (obviously due to lack of ability to name things), a giant moth with no intention of destroying anyone or anything. in fact, as later movies will reveal, she's a part of the earth we never really understood. This is the movie that shows that Godzilla like an early morning breakfast consisting of eggs as much as any other hungry person in the world. LOL
I won't reveal plots, talk about acting, glorify the use of minatures, because you need to see these movies in order to appreciate them fully. I paid a miniscule price for a lifetime of fond memories and highly reccommend adding this movie to your collection.
Movie Review: This is how you do it!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of the best re-issue DVD series I've seen in a long time. Classic Media knows what we want and gives it to us.
* A great-looking transfer of a classic film.
* Informative commentary
* Not too expensive
The best thing about this series of re-issues, is, of course, the inclusion of the dubbed American versions alongside the original Japanese versions. This allows the hardcore Godzilla fans to see the movies as they were originally made, while giving stoned couch potatoes the campy dubbed verisons they remember from Saturday afternoon Creature Features ("Hey look! His lips are moving but he's not making any sound! Haw haw haw haw!").
A lot of DVD companies would either confuse the consumer with two separate releases, or release "Deluxe 2-DVD" versions of every movie (as with the original Godzilla movie), but Classic Media gets it right by putting both versions on the same disc and releasing it at an affordable price (with great graphics to boot).
It doesn't hurt, either, that this is one of the best of the original Godzilla sequels, presented in all its fabulous widescreen Tohoscope glory. Even if you're just a casual Godzilla fan, this one belongs in your collection. As for me, I can't wait for the release of the Ghidorah movies and War of the Gargantuas later this year! Godzilla-lovers rejoice!
Movie Review: First Great Godzilla Sequel
Summary: 5 Stars
Widely considered by many fans as the best of all Godzilla sequels, Mothra vs. Godzilla is pure nostalgic popcorn entertainment. Made long before the days of CGI, Mothra vs. Godzilla harkens back to a time when stuntmen in rubber monster suits stomped on miniature buildings, wrecking havoc on the big screen while audiences watched in awe. More enjoyable than Godzilla Raids Again and King Kong vs. Godzilla, Mothra vs. Godzilla was a welcome return to form. It also shows for the first time since the 1954 original just how indestructable the charcoal grey beast is. The Japanese military (with help from the US navy in the American version) try everything from bombs, missles, tanks, and electricity to stop Godzilla. Of course, none of these methods work so its up to Mothra to save the day.
The American cut is actually pretty faithful to the Japanese original. Very little was edited out, but for marketing reasons the title was changed to Godzilla vs. The Thing. This was a silly marketing ploy to spark audience interest as to who the mysterious "thing" was. Both versions are presented on this DVD. A sequel, Ghidorah: The Three-Headed Monster, soon followed.
Movie Review: The Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
Out of all the movies from the Showa era of Godzilla, this is definitely the one that stands out the most after the original. The special effects are amazing for it's time. Watching the movie, I am amazed what they were able to pull off, such as the giant Mothra egg. Another cool thing about the movie is that it has a lot of actors who would later star in many Godzilla movies, so the choice of actors is also really good. My question always is, where did the twin girls from Infant Island get those fancy clothes when the island they come from is so primitive. They must have took them off of a doll! Overall, a classic movie that has aged a little, but still looks amazing after all of these years.Movie Review: A colorful spectacle that deserves to be in any fan's collection.
Summary: 5 Stars
Mothra vs. Godzilla is one of the best Godzilla films ever. The bright colors, the excellent special effects, the monster action, and a basic, yet interesting plot all come together and make this movie what it is. This movie is just pure fun for any fan of giant monsters and/or old-school sci-fi flicks. This movie is also a lot less campy than the future films in the series. As a sci-fi film, it's four stars, but among Godzilla films, it's easily five.
If you're already a Godzilla fan, don't hesitate to pick this up as soon as you can!