Godzilla First Oscar Nomination in 70 Years of Showbiz – In a surprising turn of events that sent shockwaves through the film industry, Godzilla, the iconic King of the Monsters, has received his first-ever Oscar nomination after a remarkable 70-year career in showbiz. Hollywood is accustomed to celebrating long-overdue recognition for beloved actors, but this time, the spotlight shines on a colossal creature who has graced the silver screen since 1954.
Godzilla’s latest cinematic venture, “Godzilla Minus One,” has earned a nomination for Best Visual Effects at the upcoming 96th Academy Awards, marking a historic moment for the legendary creature. The announcement on Tuesday morning has stirred excitement among fans worldwide, as they rally to acknowledge the enduring legacy of Godzilla in the realm of cinema.
The journey to this Oscar nomination is a tale spanning decades and numerous films. Godzilla made his inaugural appearance in the 1954 classic titled simply “Godzilla.” Originating from the aftermath of nuclear tests, Godzilla evolved into a skyscraper-sized monster, capable of unleashing destruction with his atomic breath. Over the years, Godzilla has been featured in a total of 37 films, with 33 produced by the Japanese studio Toho, and the remaining four being American productions. Interestingly, the upcoming 38th film, “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” is set to open in the U.S. in March 2024, continuing the monster’s cinematic reign.
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Despite Godzilla’s illustrious career and immense popularity, the coveted Oscar nomination had remained elusive until “Minus One.” In a noteworthy comparison, Godzilla’s American counterpart, King Kong, had secured several nominations over the years. Notably, the 1976 adaptation and Peter Jackson’s 2005 take on the Eighth Wonder of the World both received Oscar nods, with the latter even securing three wins.
What sets “Minus One” apart is its remarkable achievement on a relatively modest budget. The film, directed and written by Takashi Yamazaki, who also oversaw the special effects, explores a unique storyline where Godzilla attacks a defeated, demilitarized Japan in the immediate aftermath of World War II. Unlike most American blockbusters, including the 2021 film “Godzilla vs Kong,” which boasted a budget of $155 million but received no Oscar nominations, “Minus One” operated on a fraction of that amount. Reports suggest that the budget for “Minus One” falls between $10 and $15 million, a mere 10 percent of the budget allocated to “Godzilla vs Kong.”
