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Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters
GODZILLA 怪獣惑星
2017 89 min Japan PG-13 12+
★6.4
Animation, Action, Science Fiction
Director: Hiroyuki Seshita, Kôbun Shizuno
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Description
A desperate group of refugees attempts to recolonize Earth 20,000 years after Godzilla took over. But one young man wants revenge above all else.
Worldwide:
$3.3M
Starring
Mamoru Miyano
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Takahiro Sakurai
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Kana Hanazawa
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Key opinion
Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters is a polarizing entry that attempts a bold, science-fiction-heavy reimagining of the franchise. While some viewers appreciate its ambitious post-apocalyptic premise, the majority of criticism centers on its lack of monster action, dry dialogue, and lackluster execution of the promised kaiju spectacle.
| Originality | The film shifts the franchise focus toward a somber, post-apocalyptic science fiction narrative rather than traditional monster mayhem. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative suffers from excessive exposition, prioritizing long stretches of technical dialogue over character development. | |
| Pacing | The titular monster is sidelined for the vast majority of the runtime, appearing only briefly for a disappointing final confrontation. | |
| Production | The animation quality is divisive; some find the aesthetic choices competent and respectful of the series, while others dismiss the textures and visual presentation as dull and poor. |