Why I Love Godzilla

My love for Godzilla is a new fascination. My passion started at the young easily-scared age of 3. I recall many nights of nightmares that ensued in connection with these wonderful and corny movies, but I was not discouraged. I fought my fears night after night, looking forward to watching a new Godzilla movie from Blockbuster.

My Dad encouraged my nightly trips to horrorville, bringing a new movie every night. Godzilla vs. Mothra, Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla, and Godzilla vs. Gigan were only three of my favorite monster showdown bonanzas. Most likely I was obsessed with Godzilla because of the beastliness he represents. A fire breathing, tail whipping, claw slashing, and skyscraper tall reptilian dinosaur anomaly is enough to satisfy the masculine needs of any young boy or man.

Admittedly being introduced to Godzilla at the tender age of 3 was probably not the smartest parental move my parents ever made, but I enjoyed those movies to the bottom of my tiny 3 year old heart, and to defend my Mom… Godzilla was my Dad’s idea.

The International

Summary:

Two detectives try to uncover a series of illegal activities by a bank, called the IBBC. Their persistence to uncover the truth puts their own and other’s lives in danger, culminating in a very entertaining experience.

Rating:

$10 out of $12

Why?:

It was suspenseful. Great acting from Clive Owen and Naomi Watts, and the action sequence in the Guggenheim was ridiculous! Not only did Clive Owen take out multiple bad guys — heavily armed bad guys! He accomplishes this feat of herculean nature outnumbered, and also while carrying another character on his back. Also, the fountain of blood spurting from a very unfortunate NY policeman added to the dramatic tense experience, that was this brilliant movie. Probably the scene your mother would not approve of. The International received a $10 out of $12 because it accomplished the mission to entertain its viewers… especially me.

How This Works

My movie rating system is based off of what theaters charge customers in New York City. $12. My friends and I go to movies on a regular basis , and this system evolved from our experiences in Manhattan and Brooklyn movie theaters. Of course, a $12 dollar movies is better than a $3 dollar movie.  The root of this rating system is based on what I — and my friends — thought we should have paid to view the movie.