Tag: Kaiju

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Official Trailer

Ben Odinson

Today, we got the first official trailer for the next Monsterverse film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. The film is set to release next Spring on April 12, 2024, which continues Godzilla and Kong’s new partnership. Surprisingly, this trailer features many glimpses at Godzilla’s new form that is rumored to appear in the film. In addition, Kong’s rumored robotic hand seems to be more like an athletic support brace for Titans. Anyway, I will post the plot synopsis and trailer for this film below for everyone to enjoy!  …

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[Review] Godzilla -1.0: The New Face of Fear *Spoiler Warning*

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

This past week marked the North American release for the latest Toho produced Godzilla film, Godzilla -1.0. Interestingly, this film was somewhat made in secret, as it was not officially revealed until filming ended in 2022. Although, its existence was announced in February that same year under the working title, Blockbuster Monster Movie, as speculation rose. Especially, since director of the Always: Sunset on Third Street films, Takashi Yamazaki was heavily attached to this production. For those unaware, in series’ second film, the movie opens on a writer’s dream of…

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Kaiju No.8 Official Trailer

Ben Odinson
Kaiju No.8 Cover

Happy Tuesday heroes! We have the official trailer for the upcoming Kaiju No.8 anime based on the ongoing Manga series that it shares the same title with. I started reading this back in 2021 and loved the series since then. I’ve been trying to convince the rest of Hero Club to read it but you know they mostly stick with Ultraman or Godzilla when I feel as though this manga would be to their taste to say the least.  That being said, check out the trailer down below and let…

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[Review] Shin Ultraman: A Tribute to the Classic Series

Hero Club

On August 1, 2019, Tsuburaya Productions announced that Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi would be collaborating again for another production. Titled, Shin Ultraman, the film would be the second Shin film in the pair’s growing library of reimagining classic icons. As the title states, the pair would be rebooting Tsuburaya Productions’ most famous and largest hero, Ultraman.   Now, Shinji Higuchi served as the film’s director, while Hideaki Anno was its producer and wrote the script. Surprisingly, Anno also took part in the motion-capture process, portraying the titular hero, since…

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Fathom Events to Release Shin Ultraman in US Theaters

Pak Hanu

Recently, Fathom Events updated site regarding the official theatrical announcement for Shin Ultraman, as a special two day event. Alongside the standard subtitled version of the film, a English Dub will also be available for viewing. The news was first announced during the Ultraman panel at Anime NYC 2022 earlier today. For those unaware, the film is a modern adaptation of the original Ultraman series from 1966. Shin Ultraman is directed by Shinji Higuchi and written/ produced by Hideaki Anno who previously collaborated together on Shin Godzilla.   Now, Shin…

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[Con Report] G-Fest 2022: The Best of Saturday

Touma Kaito

This past weekend, G-Fest was held for the first time since 2019, and it was hosted at a new venue. For those unaware, G-Fest is the annual convention devoted to the kaiju film genre, specifically the Godzilla franchise since 1999. Whereas, since its inception, G-Fest was normally held at the Crowne Plaza in Rosemont, Illinois. However, the choice was made to move the convention to Hyatt Regency O’Hare in 2020. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the convention was postponed until this year.   Now, having been to the Hyatt…

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Godzilla vs. Gigan 50th Anniversary NEW Gigan Suit Crowdfunding Campaign

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently, Toho Studios published an announcement on the Godzilla YouTube Channel regarding their upcoming Godzilla vs. Gigan 50th anniversary project. Titled, “Toho & Wakasa Announce Gigan Suit START UP Project!” the video is hosted by veteran kaiju suit designer, Shinichi Wakasa. In the video, Mr. Wakasa informs viewers how he is leading the production team in crafting a new Gigan suit. Whereas, the new suit will be used in the Godzilla Fest 2022 short, similar to last year’s Godzilla vs. Hedorah short. Also, Mr. Wakasa explains how the team wanted…

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Godzilla vs The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Crossover Comic Announced

Ben Odinson

Coming in 2022, we have a crossover that I did not think would happen at all! That is right Godzilla will be going up against Angle Grove’s finest in Godzilla vs The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. Now, this upcoming crossover is a co-published title by IDW Publishing and BOOM! Studios. Whereas, the book’s art will be provided artist, Freddie E. Williams II and colors by Andrew Dalhouse. Finally, it was confirmed that Cullen Bunn will be the one writing this event. The crossover itself will be a five issue mini-series, and I cannot…

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[Official Images] S.H.MonsterArts Mechagodzilla (Godzilla vs. Kong)

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Tamashii Nations US announced that Bandai Japan will be releasing S.H.MonsterArts Mechagodzilla from Godzilla vs. Kong later this year. Now, fans originally expected that this figure would be announced during the upcoming Tamashii Features 2021 event. However, Tamashii Nations’ American branch surprised everyone with this reveal two weeks ahead of schedule. Currently, S.H.MonsterArts Mechagodzilla (Godzilla vs. Kong) is only available to be previewed at the US site. Whereas, the item page only contains the official gallery, as seen below, and the figure’s release date, December 2021. We expect more…

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Japan’s New Paraplegic Tokusatsu Hero, Chosoku Parahero Gandine

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, NHK announced an all-new tokusatsu inspired drama series, Chosoku Parahero Gandine (Super Speed ParaHero Gandine). The series features a groundbreaking premise that combines disabled sports with transforming heroes. The series will heavily focus on wheelchair related combat and action, as the protagonist is paraplegic. In addition, the series’ paraplegic protagonist will transform into a typical ‘henshin hero,’ who uses a superpowered wheelchair. However, Chosoku Parahero Gandine is special mini-series that will span three episodes rather than having 12 or more episodes. Furthermore, the main cast features several actors, previously…

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