The original guy in a rubber suit was back in action and smashing model cities on the big screen. Plus, all those dubbed voices were back in the mouths of Japanese actors to make this truly a nostalgic affair. The story begins as Godzilla is smashing things up while a pesky reporter and the Godzilla Prediction Network are in hot pursuit. This leads to some good chase sequences and a subtle introduction to all of the human players. While the GPN is truly interested in studying the big lizard in the name of science, government officials want nothing more than to nuke him.
Sparks fly, buildings are demolished, and human characters run like mad.
It's the same kind of material we've seen in past Godzilla films, but the special effects are actually decent in this one. The final battle between Godzilla and the alien doesn't match up to his past bouts with Mothra, Rodan, or even King Kong, but it's still in good fun. Hopefully, we won't have to wait another 15 years. Austin Chronicle Corp. All rights reserved.