Question 1

What does the 'Minus One' in the title refer to?

Accepted Answer

It refers to Japan being devastated by WWII (brought to zero), then Godzilla pushing it into the negative, as reflected in the Japanese tagline 'Postwar Japan. From Zero to Minus.'

Question 2

Which director expressed jealousy after watching Godzilla Minus One?

Accepted Answer

Gareth Edwards, director of Godzilla (2014), attended a screening and said 'This is what a Godzilla movie should be like,' describing a feeling of jealousy.

Question 3

What Academy Award record did Godzilla Minus One set?

Accepted Answer

It's the first Godzilla film nominated for and winning an Academy Award, and the first Japanese and Asian film nominated and winning in Best Visual Effects.

Question 4

How did Steven Spielberg react to Godzilla Minus One?

Accepted Answer

Steven Spielberg told director Takashi Yamazaki he saw the film three times—once at home and twice in theaters—which Yamazaki compared to being praised by God.

Question 5

How was Godzilla's roar created for the film?

Accepted Answer

Instead of creating a new roar, the crew played the original Godzilla roar over loud speakers and recorded the audio.

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