Japan Says America's Godzilla is Too Fat
- Thread starter MovieBob
- Start date
Man, this is what's wrong with society these days. If a Kaiju is larger than a size 2000, they're overweight. Our standards for beauty are BS.
It's ok, Godzilla. You're fine just the way you are.
It's ok, Godzilla. You're fine just the way you are.
Cut him some slack guys. It's been a long time since he last had work, the lack of activity has made him eat more than usual.
I think it's mainly the small-featured head. Looks like more of a continuation of the neck. If they had a massive head it would look more like it traditionally does.
That said, I don't think the verdict of "some Japanese fans" is necessarily indicative of Japan's opinion, or really even actual criticism.
That said, I don't think the verdict of "some Japanese fans" is necessarily indicative of Japan's opinion, or really even actual criticism.
It does look chunkier than the "original" but I guess having it done as a completely CGI monster had to give some changes to not make it look like a guy in a suit whom had to make a lot of effort when trying to walk.
BTW, I know pretty much nothing at all about the Godzilla universe, but is that other monster Gyaos? Or a different guy?
BTW, I know pretty much nothing at all about the Godzilla universe, but is that other monster Gyaos? Or a different guy?
To be honest he looks more massive and substantial, and more like a monster than a dude in a rubber suit (which the original was) that said I suppose I can see Japan's point, especially given the mobility (of a sort) Godzilla had in the movies and fight scenes, this one doesn't look like it could move that way (of course it looks monolithic enough where it wouldn't have to).
I suppose maybe this Godzilla did eat a few too many cargo ships full of food, but as Sammo Hung demonstrates in his movies, fat does not mean weak.
I didn't care for the 1998 version so seeing it "punk'd" was amusing, they made it too (dare I say) realistic when the thing gets taken out by a couple of jets if I remember. The "Final Wars" scene is pretty much what I'd expect in a comparison to the real one.
This Godzilla looks properly menacing though, and from the trailers seems to have the whole rampaging monster thing down (and apparently isn't going to be taken down by a couple of pansy jet fighters). If we see him borrowed for another Japanese movie hopefully he aquits himself well if he brawls with the "real" Godzilla in a sequel.
I also think it would be amusing if they played up the "fat Godzilla" thing in a movie to be honest, Godzilla doesn't generally seem to eat much. It would be funny if we had "Fat Godzilla" running around chowing down on stuff monster style, maybe even eating a couple of other giant monsters before the final brawl.... which might end in stalemate if Fat Godzilla winds up having to withdraw due to indigestion before the final resolution (that sounds like very Japanese humor).
I suppose maybe this Godzilla did eat a few too many cargo ships full of food, but as Sammo Hung demonstrates in his movies, fat does not mean weak.
I didn't care for the 1998 version so seeing it "punk'd" was amusing, they made it too (dare I say) realistic when the thing gets taken out by a couple of jets if I remember. The "Final Wars" scene is pretty much what I'd expect in a comparison to the real one.
This Godzilla looks properly menacing though, and from the trailers seems to have the whole rampaging monster thing down (and apparently isn't going to be taken down by a couple of pansy jet fighters). If we see him borrowed for another Japanese movie hopefully he aquits himself well if he brawls with the "real" Godzilla in a sequel.
I also think it would be amusing if they played up the "fat Godzilla" thing in a movie to be honest, Godzilla doesn't generally seem to eat much. It would be funny if we had "Fat Godzilla" running around chowing down on stuff monster style, maybe even eating a couple of other giant monsters before the final brawl.... which might end in stalemate if Fat Godzilla winds up having to withdraw due to indigestion before the final resolution (that sounds like very Japanese humor).
I was going to go into a rant about him being the largest iteration and its relation to the square-cube law, but then I realized I was talking about a 100m fire-breathing lizard. Logic is not a part of this equation.
Wait what?! Really?! Nonononononono, the minute Youtube comments become news is the minutes that I don't want to live on this planet anymore. I'm really hoping that these comments were sparked by the original creator of Godzilla (even if I don't agree with them) just so I won't have to learn that this site is reporting Youtube comments.SirBryghtside said:
Origin of this "news" aside, is it just me or does anyone else think this "chubby" Godzilla is kind of cute?
I'm sure this is intentional and they've already got the plushy versions ready for production. But even if they don't it still looks very huggable to me.
Or in other words: "Daaaawh, Godzilla just wants to meet people and get some hugs! It's not his fault that he's so massive that everything breaks."
And just like that I know what this movie is about: Godzilla is just misunderstood, wants to play, and the other monster tries to steal his friends - fight happens. Godzilla wins all the hugs. Plan sequel. Post credit scene of Godzilla eating a whale as if it's a popsicle (or possibly a kebab).
I'm sure this is intentional and they've already got the plushy versions ready for production. But even if they don't it still looks very huggable to me.
Or in other words: "Daaaawh, Godzilla just wants to meet people and get some hugs! It's not his fault that he's so massive that everything breaks."
And just like that I know what this movie is about: Godzilla is just misunderstood, wants to play, and the other monster tries to steal his friends - fight happens. Godzilla wins all the hugs. Plan sequel. Post credit scene of Godzilla eating a whale as if it's a popsicle (or possibly a kebab).
ゴジラはとても太くなりました！
This kind of comment happens everywhere regardless of nation, though. As much as people like to point out how defensive the Japanese are of their culture, the United States is the same way in some regards: It's just not as obvious due to our nation being a bit younger than many of the others (Spain and France are two good parallels). A bit of it can be seen in the "Religion and Politics" forums here on the site sometimes.
Some more great reporting from Bob. A couple of people on youtube say he's too fat and Bob cries "THE WHOLE OF JAPAN HATES NEW GODZILLA"
Who knew that a few comments were representative of an entire nation? Thanks for educating me on the matter, Bob.
Are you trying to get a job with the tabloid press?
Who knew that a few comments were representative of an entire nation? Thanks for educating me on the matter, Bob.
Are you trying to get a job with the tabloid press?
Yeah and the Japanese Godzilla looks hidious.
Also why are we bringing news on random YouTube comments now >.>
Also why are we bringing news on random YouTube comments now >.>
Bob this is trashy.
Making an article over some idiot's opinion, the guy probably isn't even a professional.
Making an article over some idiot's opinion, the guy probably isn't even a professional.