Godzilla (2014) Plot: Bryan Cranston, Ken Watanabe, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Sally Hawkins star in this science fiction reimagining of the 1954 Japanese film about the destruction caused by a giant monster. When a devastating event is covered up as a natural disaster, nuclear physicist Joe Brody (Cranston) realises something much more sinister is to blame. Scientists Dr. Ichiro Serizawa (Watanabe) and Dr. Vivienne Graham (Hawkins) reveal that in 1954 a powerful monster was awakened and though nuclear tests were carried out in the Pacific Ocean to destroy it, the creature has now returned. With the US Armed Forces, including Joes son Navy Lieutenant Ford Brody (Taylor-Johnson), called into action, humanity fights for its survival. The cast also includes Elizabeth Olsen, Juliette Binoche and David Strathairn. Review: Im in 2 minds about this film! For a 2 hour film, you dont really see that much of Godzilla until near the end and the big showdown at the end was a bit difficult to work out. I liked the intense drama throughout the movie but the director got rid of the decent actors really early in the movie so your left with these B actors who look puzzled and confused most of the time. It really needed someone like Will Smith or Channing Tatum who could have brought some wit and action to the main character. The sets looked amazing and realistic, especially when the director pans out so you can see the total destruction of the city, but I was really disappointed with the corny ending. In all, its a watchable movie which is entertaining and well put together, but they really need to get some decent actors if there going to come out with a sequel. Watchable! Round-Up: The main character, whose played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson, is mostly known for the Kick-Ass franchise so he was a weird choice for such a massive film. Personally I dont think that he was the right choice because he didnt really bring that much emotion to his character but thats just me being picky. Bryan Cranston played his father well and he brought some intensity to his role, especially when he was watching his wife through the door (trying not to spoiler), but there wasnt any other actors that stood out in the film. With all the attention to detail on the scenery, I wasnt that impressed with the look of Godzilla. He looked very plastic/rubbery which was surprising for this day and age. Anyway, its definitely an epic movie which will look brilliant on a big screen and sound great with massive speakers, and judging by the movies takings, this is definitely a concept which will always be popular with Godzilla fans. Budget: $160million Worldwide Gross: $525million (WOW!) I recommend this movie to people who are into there epic movies about Godzilla taking on some nasty creatures. 6/10
Posted on: Sun, 02 Nov 2014 06:41:30 +0000
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