Question 1

Why was Godzilla's height increased to 80 meters in this film?

Accepted Answer

In the original, Godzilla towered over Tokyo due to few tall structures after WWII. By 1984, Tokyo's skyline had grown with skyscrapers that would dwarf a 50-meter Godzilla, so the staff made him bigger to stand out.

Question 2

Which original Godzilla director declined to return for this film?

Accepted Answer

Original series director Ishirô Honda declined Toho's offer, opting instead to work with Akira Kurosawa on Ran (1985). He recommended Kôji Hashimoto, his assistant director in the 60s, who was enthusiastic to return to the series' origins.

Question 3

How did the Japanese government respond to the Godzilla attack?

Accepted Answer

Efforts to bring the story of the resurrected Godzilla to light were suppressed by the Japanese government amid growing political tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union, who were both willing to bomb Japan to stop the monster.

Question 4

What real-world expert did director Kôji Hashimoto consult for building collapses?

Accepted Answer

Hashimoto consulted Yorihiko Ohsaki, a Doctor of Engineering, who provided a 10cm-thick stack of academic papers detailing the hypothetical demolition of buildings in the Yurakucho and Shinjuku districts.

Question 5

Which actor suffered grueling injuries while playing Godzilla?

Accepted Answer

Kenpachirô Satsuma suffered injuries including a sharp wire chewing his thigh, and sharp staples puncturing his feet when the suit's back was left open during pyrotechnics. He lost a lot of weight after production.

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