I was so fond of last year's Godzilla -1.0 that I saw it three times in the theater, twice in color and once, as Godzilla -1.0/-C, in black & white. So as soon as it was announced for release in Japan on 4K UHD with Dolby Atmos audio, I pre-ordered it. This deluxe box set was the only way to get the -1.0/-C version, and as a Godzilla completist, that was the way I had to go.
The four disc set includes the film on 4K UHD, the film on Blu Ray, the black & white version on Blu Ray (only), and a fourth disc of bonus materials. All content is Japanese-only, no English subtitles on the feature or special features. But being familiar with the narrative I was comfortable that I could enjoy the film without, as I have done in the past with other Japanese video releases.
Also included in the set is a full color booklet, with cast and visual effects photos.
This spread details the conversion from color to the monochrome version:
- Row A: Base color cut
- Row B: A monochrome cut with the color simply removed
- Row C: An original monochrome cut by ARTONE FILM
- Row D: Final cut with details adjusted
It's worth noting that an English-friendly version of the deluxe box set (offering English subtitles for the feature films only) was offered through the Official Godzilla store, but it sold out quickly. Prices surged on the secondary market, and a limited second edition has been announced, shipping in November.
Check back next week for another item from my Godzilla collection!
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