However, it was not easy to remake such a film that was shot over and over again. Roland Emmerich's version in 1998 was not insincere, but unfortunately it also received ridicule and criticism from countless fans and the media, so that it was only after so many years that Hollywood companies dared to touch this theme. Gareth Edwards is undoubtedly a lucky one. Four years ago, a "Monster" took him from a special effects artist who tried to direct the tube to a new director in charge of the big production. For the production company, using a rookie is like a gamble. Although there is a possibility of failure, it can also bring a unique understanding that is fresh, subversive, and more modern.
From my personal viewing experience, this "Godzilla" is indeed different from the "monster movie" in my impression. As many reviews have said, this is a monster movie with a family core. The emotions, choices, and behaviors of human characters are given greater importance. The film uses a longer time span to show the Brody family's separation and reunion, as well as the bond between the battle with this monster. From the widow of old Brody, to the young Brody going to Japan to find his father, to the death of old Brody, until the young Brody went home to save his wife and children, the highlight of family and emotional elements not only eliminated the monotony of "monster films" , but also enriched the connotation of the work.
It's just that the unevenness of acting has affected the overall expressiveness of this aspect. Bryan Cranston is the one who stands out from the crowd. In "Breaking Bad", Lao Bai's desperate image for his family has been extended to this film. Even if there are not many scenes, his explosive power can be seen in only a few scenes. Exhausted. However, compared with him, the performances of other actors are much inferior, especially the little Brody. This is an important role in the succession (with his father) and the next (with his wife and children), but as a post-90s Asian Len-Taylor Johnson is clearly a little less polished, and it's hard to impress with a mediocre performance.
Then again, no matter how good or how bad the human drama is, most audiences don't care too much. After all, Godzilla is the real protagonist in our hearts. Perhaps, from this point of view, the new version of "Godzilla" will disappoint some audiences - there are too few monster fights, and it is unpleasant and unpleasant. However, if you change the perspective, the director uses the scales and claws that are occasionally exposed to create a sense of alienation of "holding a pipa and covering your face". This sense of alienation is a good interpretation of the reality between humans and giant beasts. state, that is, two completely different worlds. We are only insignificant ants to Godzilla, just as if Godzilla and Muto were shrunk hundreds of times, then in our eyes they are nothing more than a lizard and a beetle.
The best scene in the film comes after Brody Jr. has an idea and burns Muto's eggs. At that time, Godzilla was already overwhelmed under the attack of Muto's "couple", and there was almost no way to fight back. Unexpectedly, Brody's unintentional intervention actually changed the situation of the battle. The male and female Muto, who was worried about his offspring, left one after another, and Godzilla was able to regain his strength. After the head-to-head Muto victory, Godzilla was overwhelmed by the collapsed building, just as little Brody looked back, his eyes met, and he seemed to have a thousand words. This is the only interaction between humans and mythical beasts in the film. Even if it is short, it is ecstasy enough.
After that, it was little Brody's turn to face a crisis, and the Beastmaster arrived in time, his anger turned into a terrifying breath, and poor Muto was left with his corpse separated. You can either regard it as Godzilla's repayment, or it can be regarded as the plot, whether it is spiritual or animal, all depends on the judge.
Finally, I have to talk about the soundtrack and sound effects of this film, which is an important plus point. For a movie with the theme of giant mythical beasts like "Godzilla", magnificent and imposing music is essential. In this regard, the movie adheres to the fine tradition of Hollywood blockbusters. The symphony dominated by wind music runs through, and the narrative is low. Vigorous, with a strong penetrating sense of oppression when fighting, and when Godzilla leaves at the end of the film, it can show a vast and vast atmosphere. In addition to Western musical instruments, the film also interspersed with traditional Japanese musical instruments such as shakuhachi and taiko drums. One is to pay tribute to the original work, and the other is to add a touch of mysterious and distant colors. The parachute section is the quintessence of audio-visual cooperation. The breathing sound of the paratroopers, the low voice of the female voice in the background, and the frightening glimpses of the monsters fighting fiercely from a subjective point of view make people feel goosebumps and have a great sense of presence.
Compared with last year's "Pacific Rim", although the themes are similar, there are also obvious differences. "Pacific Rim" is more public, clear and direct, and the collision between mecha and monsters is radiant and cool; while "Godzilla" is more low-key, obscure, and half-covered, so that the dragon is so big that it is full of clouds and fog. , Xiao Ze hides the hidden form of Yaojiao, which has a different flavor.
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