KaiJune (1) | GODZILLA (1954)

We start our celebration of kaiju films from the very beginning, with the 1954 Godzilla from director Ishiro Honda. We discuss the film's merits and also some criticisms of the loose narrative structure; we also talk about the film's origins after World War II, its direct associations with nuclear bombings, the use (and confusing science behind) the Oxygen Destroyer, and a lot more! We're also drinking Kirin Ichiban beer, which is unfortunately the export brewed by InBev instead of the traditional Japanese lager.

Approximate timeline

0:00-10:00 Intro

10:00-17:00 Beer talk

17:00-end Godzilla

Next up, we're taking on Gamera!