Godzilla

Godzilla is a modern take on a classic character. The 1998 film stars Matthew Broderick, Jean Reno, Maria Pitillo, and Hank Azaria. This film featered a new, thinner, faster, and more agile version of the monster.

Plot

Nuclear radiation and mutation scientist Nick Tatopoulos is recruited by the U.S. military to help with the discovery of a giant lizard, mutated from nuclear testing in the South Pacific. After learning that the towering reptile is asexual and is ready to lay its nest in Manhatten, Tatopoulos warns that they must destroy the creature and its eggs before it is able to multiply and become earth's new dominant species. After being forced from the military campaign, Tatopoulos joins a group of French nationals who share his view of urgency. The discovery of the nest in the center of Madison Square Garden leads to a chase by the newly hatched lizards and the giant creature itself.

Style

Godzilla is one of the most ridiculous films ever created. The acting was terrible and the effects were poor, even for 1998. The only reason I finished it was due to its sheer absurdity. The story
was pitiable and included the destruction of several American landmarks and made a mockery of our military and its technology. This film was laughable and its only redeeming value is the humor in the absurdity of its story.

Score

2 out of 5