Godzilla Minus One

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Godzilla Minus One Snatches Oscar Glory: A Kaiju Triumph

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🏆🎥 Godzilla Minus One smashes its way to an Oscar win, leaving Hollywood in awe! 🦖 #GodzillaMinusOne #Oscars2024

In a momentous victory for the kaiju genre, "Godzilla Minus One" roared its way to the top at the 96th Academy Awards, clinching the prestigious Oscar for Best Visual Effects. The Japanese film, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, made history as the first Godzilla movie to ever win an Academy Award, leaving audiences and filmmakers alike in awe of its stunning visuals. The monster-sized win prompted reactions from renowned directors like John Carpenter and Guillermo del Toro, who praised the film's groundbreaking effects.

The red-carpet scene at the Oscars was a sight to behold as the "Godzilla Minus One" crew arrived in style, sporting thematic Godzilla-themed shoes that added a touch of whimsical charm to the grand event. Director Takashi Yamazaki, along with his talented team of effects artists, proudly accepted their trophies, solidifying their place in cinematic history.

While the glitz and glamour of Hollywood are usually dominated by big-budget blockbusters, "Godzilla Minus One" defied all odds and emerged victorious, showcasing the power of creativity and original storytelling in the film industry. The film's success serves as a reminder that innovation and dedication can lead to groundbreaking achievements, resonating with audiences worldwide.

As the accolades continue to pour in for "Godzilla Minus One," the film's impact on the industry is undeniable, paving the way for more diverse representation and recognition for genre films. Its Oscar triumph has sparked conversations about the future of visual effects in cinema and the importance of honoring creativity and excellence in filmmaking. The legacy of "Godzilla Minus One" as a trailblazer in the kaiju genre is sure to leave a lasting impression on the world of cinema for years to come.

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Oscars: Takashi Yamazaki Discusses Similarities Between 'Godzilla ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Asked for his response to Christopher Nolan's Oscar-winning film, the Japanese director said: "As a person of Japanese ancestry and descent, my response to ...

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"I Feel So Moved": Godzilla Minus One Oscar Win Prompts ... (Screen Rant)

Filmmakers John Carpenter and Guillermo del Toro react to Takashi Yamazaki's Godzilla Minus One taking home the Best Visual Effects Academy Award.

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'Godzilla Minus One' wins big with Oscar for visual effects | The ... (Asahi Shimbun)

When the announcement was made at the 96th Academy Awards ceremony here, director Takashi Yamazaki and his team raised their fists in victory. They received the ...

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Are the 2024 Oscars Godzilla shoes up for sale? Designer has good ... (Hindustan Times)

Godzilla Minus One crew demonstrated peak love for the art by rolling up to the Oscars with their claws out and gold figurines in hand. | Hollywood.

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Oscars 2024: Godzilla Minus One Wins Big (Cosmic Book News)

Godzilla Minus One crushed all competition at the 96th Academy Awards and won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects beating out Hollywood heavyweights.

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Godzilla Minus One Becomes First Godzilla Movie to Win an Oscar ... (Nexus Hub)

Godzilla Minus One has made Oscars history after it won Best Visual Effects at the 2024 Academy Awards last night, making it the first Godzilla movie to ...

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Godzilla Minus One Film Wins 2 Asian Film Awards (Anime News Network)

Film wins Best Visual Effects, Best Sound awards; Hamabe Minami nominated for Best Supporting Actress award.

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The 'Godzilla Minus One' Crew Wore Incredible Godzilla-Themed ... (Men's Journal)

Director Takashi Yamazaki and his team of effects artists—Masaki Takahashi, Kiyoko Shibuya, and Tatsuji Nojima—wore themed shoes to accept their trophies.

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Congratulations GODZILLA MINUS ONE For Best VFX Oscar Win ... (GeekTyrant)

Godzilla Minus One won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects and while I think it deserved a few other nominations, I'm happy and excited to see it win the ...

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The Godzilla Minus One crew wore some mad kaiju-themed shoes ... (British GQ)

At the 96th Annual Academy Awards, Godzilla Minus One's Masaki Takahashi, Takashi Yamazaki, Kiyoko Shibuya, and Tatsuji Nojima wore Godzilla-esquire ...

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Godzilla Minus One sweeps the (Japanese) Oscars (Beyond Westworld)

The 2024 Academy Awards were full of firsts, but one of the best films of the year — Godzilla Minus One — was largely overlooked. Not in Japan, though.

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'Godzilla Minus One' director responds to 'Oppenheimer' 'as a ... (NBC News)

Following his historic Oscar win, the director of “Godzilla Minus One,” which deals with the devastation of the atomic bombings of Japan in World War II, ...

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Can you watch Godzilla Minus One in the UK? (Radio Times)

Godzilla Minus One has won the trophy for Best Visual Effects at the Oscars 2024, but can you watch the film in the UK?

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Godzilla Minus One Director Reacts to History-Making Oscar Win (CBR)

Godzilla Minus One director Takashi Yamazaki has addressed what the movie's VFX Oscar triumph signifies.

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Oscars 2024 Winners: 'Oppenheimer' Wins Best Picture, Cillian ... (The Wall Street Journal)

Godzilla got its Cinderella moment. “Godzilla Minus One,” the Japanese monster movie that snuck up on American audiences and became one of the top-grossing ...

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Oscars 2024 Winners: 'Oppenheimer' Wins Best Picture, Cillian ... (The Wall Street Journal)

No one expected the Japanese movie “Godzilla Minus One” to become the third-highest grossing international film ever at the North American box office.

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Why some say it's significant 'Godzilla Minus One' won an Oscar the ... (Yahoo Lifestyle)

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'Godzilla Minus One' and 'Godzilla x Kong' Directors Unite For an ... (Collider.com)

Godzilla continues spread the love with an IMAX conversation between Adam Wingard and Takashi Yamazaki ahead of The New Empire's release.

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Here's Why You Can't See Godzilla Minus One Right Now (Yahoo Entertainment)

Now that Godzilla Minus One is the first Godzilla film to have an Academy Award, it sure would be nice to watch it, right? Well, you can't.

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Here's Why You Can't See Godzilla Minus One Right Now (Yahoo Entertainment)

Now that Godzilla Minus One is the first Godzilla film to have an Academy Award, it sure would be nice to watch it, right? Well, you can't.

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Godzilla Minus Expands on the MonsterVerse's Weakest Aspect (CBR)

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Godzilla Minus One Very Nearly Missed Its Shot at the 2024 Oscars (Comicbook.com)

Godzilla Minus One almost missed out on its chance to win an Academy Award this year.

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Godzilla Minus One Blu-ray Release Date Announced: When Will It ... (The Direct)

Directed by Takashi Yamazaki, Minus One served as a darker take on the iconic movie monster, swapping out the classic Western Godzilla giant monster fights for ...

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Godzilla Minus One Did VFX the '90s Way and That's Why It Won an ... (IGN)

Godzilla Minus One's Oscar win proves Hollywood needs to change its attitude towards VFX.

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'Godzilla Minus One' earns historic win at the Oscars (Yahoo News)

Godzilla Minus One,” the latest installment in the long-running kaiju ("giant monster") franchise, took home best visual effects at the 96th Academy Awards ...

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How 'Godzilla Minus One' Won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects (The Wall Street Journal)

I wanted to remind audiences that Godzilla was a metaphor for the atom bomb and war, to some degree,” director Takashi Yamazaki said.

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Godzilla Minus One's Oscar win is a victory for low-budget action ... (ABC Life)

On a budget of $18–23 million dollars, Godzilla Minus One has redefined what a low-budget action film can achieve — and it has the Oscar to prove it.

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What the director of 'Godzilla Minus One' said about 'Oppenheimer' (Yahoo News)

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96th Oscars | Godzilla Minus One: Why the Academy took 70 years ... (Moneycontrol.com)

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