Godzilla Minus One

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Godzilla Minus One Wins Oscars Surprise Victory

Godzilla - Japanese Cinema - Oscars - Takashi Yamazaki - Visual Effects

Breaking news: Godzilla takes Hollywood by storm, winning its first-ever Academy Award for Best Visual Effects in 2024!

Toho's iconic monster Godzilla has roared its way to victory at the 2024 Academy Awards, clinching the prestigious title of Best Visual Effects for the film 'Godzilla Minus One.' This historic win marks a significant milestone in the franchise's 70-year legacy, solidifying Godzilla's place in cinematic history. Beating out heavyweight contenders like 'Guardians of the Galaxy 3' and 'Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,' Godzilla's triumph at the Oscars is truly a cinematic marvel.

The team behind 'Godzilla Minus One,' led by writer, director, and VFX supervisor Takashi Yamazaki, basked in the glory of their well-deserved win, bringing waves of joy to fans worldwide. Despite the language struggle during the acceptance speech, the emotional moment captured the hearts of many as Godzilla's legacy soared to new heights. This win not only celebrates the incredible visual effects but also the dedication and artistry of the talented individuals who brought the iconic monster to life on the big screen.

As the first Godzilla film to ever win an Oscar, 'Godzilla Minus One' has rewritten history at the Academy Awards, showcasing the power of Japanese cinema on a global stage. With standout performances in VFX and a compelling narrative set in the backdrop of World War II, the film has captured the imagination of audiences and critics alike, propelling Godzilla to new levels of acclaim and recognition.

In a surprising turn of events, 'Godzilla Minus One' has not only captured the hearts of fans but also made a splash on the red carpet with the team's stylish and coordinated outfits, including matching shoes that added a touch of flair to the Oscar night. This unexpected charm and attention to detail have further solidified Godzilla's place as a beloved cultural icon and a force to be reckoned with in the world of cinema.

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'Godzilla Minus One' Wins Academy Award For Best Visual Effects (Forbes)

Toho continue to celebrate their most popular movie franchise's 70th anniversary in high style, as Godzilla finally becomes an Academy Award-winning ...

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The monster wins one at last as Godzilla Minus One wins the Oscar ... (CNA)

The movie pushed aside such big-budget behemoths as Guardians Of The Galaxy 3, Napoleon and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.

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'Godzilla Minus One' Makes Franchise History With First Oscars Win (Hollywood Reporter)

Takashi Yamazaki and his 'Godzilla Minus One' team triumphed over four Hollywood tentpoles to win the VFX 2024 Oscars category with a monster movie.

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'Godzilla Minus One' wins the Oscar for visual effects (Nikkei Asia)

Godzilla finally made it to the Oscars this year -- and slayed.The movie "Godzilla Minus One," set in the waning days of World War II, won the Oscar f.

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'Godzilla Minus One' Visual Effects Oscar Brings Waves Of Joy, Brief ... (Deadline)

Waves of joy were interrupted by a struggle with English as the euphoric group behind "Godzilla Minus One" accepted the Oscar for Best Visual Effects.

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Japan Wins First Best Visual Effects Oscar for 'Godzilla Minus One' (IndieWire)

'Godzilla Minus One' has made history at the 2024 Academy Awards as the first Godzilla film to win for Visual Effects, or any Oscar period.

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How 'Godzilla Minus One' Surprised With the VFX Oscar (Variety)

The recipients included writer, director and VFX supervisor Takashi Yamazaki, who became the first helmer to receive a VFX trophy since Stanley Kubrick for ...

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'Godzilla Minus One' wins Oscar for best visual effects (The Japan Times)

The “Godzilla” team (Yamazaki, Kiyoko Shibuya, Masaki Takahashi and Tatsuji Nojima) delighted fans by completing their red carpet looks with matching shoes ...

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Oscars: Takashi Yamazaki Discusses Similarities Between 'Godzilla ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Asked for his response to Christopher Nolan's Oscar-winning film, the Japanese director said: "As a person of Japanese ancestry and descent, my response to ...

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'Godzilla Minus One' director responds to 'Oppenheimer' 'as a ... (NBC News)

Following his historic Oscar win, the director of “Godzilla Minus One,” which deals with the devastation of the atomic bombings of Japan in World War II, ...

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How 'Godzilla Minus One' Topped the VFX Oscar Competition (Yahoo Singapore News)

, who became the first helmer to receive a VFX trophy since Stanley Kubrick for 1968's “2001: A Space Odyssey.” Kiyoko Shibuya, VFX supervisor and producer, ...

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Oscars 2024 Winners: 'Oppenheimer' Wins Best Picture, Cillian ... (The Wall Street Journal)

Godzilla got its Cinderella moment. “Godzilla Minus One,” the Japanese monster movie that snuck up on American audiences and became one of the top-grossing ...

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Oscars 2024 Winners: 'Oppenheimer' Wins Best Picture, Cillian ... (The Wall Street Journal)

No one expected the Japanese movie “Godzilla Minus One” to become the third-highest grossing international film ever at the North American box office.

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'Oppenheimer' and 'Godzilla Minus One' Oscar wins are significant ... (NBC News)

For many Japanese Americans, the Oscar win for “Godzilla Minus One” on the same night that "Oppenheimer" won best picture symbolized much more than just a ...

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