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<![CDATA[<div>Godzilla (1954) (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray, 2024, Criterion Collection) NEW! Atomic testing in the Pacific awakens a gigantic reptilian creature dubbed Godzilla off the coast of Japan and sends the monstrous menace on a rampage across Tokyo and it's environs. Director Ishiro Honda's "kaiju" classic spawned innumerable sequels; Akihiko Hirata, Takashi Shimura, Momoko Kochi, and Haru Nakajima star. Includes the original Japanese release "Gojira" and the 1956 re-dubbed American version "Godzilla, King of the Monsters," with Raymond Burr. 96 min. Standard; Soundtracks: Japanese PCM mono, English; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; featurette; interviews; theatrical trailers. In Japanese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. Two-disc set.
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This Criterion Collection release of *Godzilla* (1954) is a must-have for fans and cinephiles alike. The stunning 4K restoration breathes new life into Ishiro Honda’s iconic kaiju masterpiece, showcasing its haunting themes and groundbreaking effects with incredible clarity. Having both the original Japanese *Gojira* and the American edit with Raymond Burr makes this the definitive edition. The film’s social commentary and raw power remain as impactful as ever—a timeless classic now looking better than ever. Highly recommended!