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Shin Godzilla 2016

“A god incarnate. A city doomed.”

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What is Shin Godzilla?

Shin Godzilla is a 2016 film depicting the emergence of a massive, gilled monster that travels from the deep to destroy a city. As the creature causes widespread devastation, the government faces the challenge of protecting its citizens from the unfolding catastrophe.

Type
Film
Year
2016
Status
Released
Runtime
120 minutes
Release date
Jul 29, 2016
Original language
JA
Origin
Japan
Studios
Toho Pictures, Cine Bazar
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$78,053,145
Genres
Action, Science Fiction, Horror
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Shin Godzilla is a 2016 film depicting the emergence of a massive, gilled monster that travels from the deep to destroy a city. As the creature causes widespread devastation, the government faces the challenge of protecting its citizens from the unfolding catastrophe. The narrative follows a group of volunteers who operate outside of standard bureaucratic procedures to investigate the monster. This team works to identify the creature's vulnerabilities while simultaneously uncovering its mysterious connections to a foreign superpower. The situation becomes increasingly urgent as the monster demonstrates an ability to evolve, threatening to become the greatest disaster the world has ever encountered. The film focuses on the tension between the government's response and the efforts of the volunteer team as they race against time to stop the creature's progression. Through these events, the story examines the impact of the monster's presence on the nation and the global implications of its origin and rapid transformation.

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“A massive monster emerges from the deep, forcing the government to scramble and save its citizens.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a massive gilled monster
  • follows a rag-tag team of volunteers
Keep in mind
  • the government faces heavy red tape
  • time is running out

Watch it if you want to see a rag-tag team try to stop a massive monster.

The film contains action, science fiction, and horror elements.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Shin Godzilla released?

It was released in 2016.

What kind of creature appears in the film?

A massive, gilled monster emerges from the deep.

Who tries to stop the monster?

A rag-tag team of volunteers cuts through red tape to uncover its weakness.

Does the monster have ties to anyone?

It has mysterious ties to a foreign superpower.

What is the runtime of Shin Godzilla?

The film has a runtime of two hours.