The new film was scheduled to hit theaters in July this year, distributed by Sato Company, but the premiere was postponed
After the postponement of the premiere of Godzilla Minus One: In Black and Whitewhich was set to hit Brazilian theaters this July, Netflix has announced that it will release the new version of the film, winner of the Oscar for Best Visual Effects, on its streaming platform. But when?
What do we know about the new version?
Also known as Godzilla Minus One/Minus Colorthe novelty refers to the origins of the franchise, which turns 70 in 2024, and presents Godzilla Minus One in black and white. Before arriving in Brazil, the new version of the film was only shown in Japan:
“Godzilla Minus One: In Black and White is not just a simple black and white version. The colorist took the care and time to go through a careful and very complex process”explained the director Takashi Yamazaki in a press release.
“Black and white images make Godzilla seem very realistic and documentary, which causes even more fear. Even though I have already seen Godzilla many times, we felt like something completely different appeared in this version. So this is not just for those who liked Godzilla Minus Oneit is also for those who are watching for the first time”he completed.
What is the story of Godzilla Minus One?
In Godzilla Minus Onea pilot returns to his family home and finds a Japan in ruins after World War II. Amidst the already existing problems, the Godzilla appears again, creating a new challenge: fighting the gigantic monster and coming out of the confrontation alive.
At this year’s Oscars, the biggest awards ceremony in cinema, Godzilla Minus One made history three times. The film became the first in the franchise Godzillain 70 years, to be nominated for a golden statuette. When he won, consequently, he also became the first winner.
Furthermore, in almost a century of existence of the most prestigious award in cinema, Godzilla Minus One became the first non-English language film to win the Best Visual Effects award.
When does it premiere? Godzilla Minus One: In Black and White?
According to the film’s official Netflix page, Godzilla Minus One: In Black and White will be available in the streaming platform’s catalog from the day August 1stin dubbed and subtitled versions. Watch the trailer for the film:
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