"Godzilla Minus One" has garnered many rave reviews, but my experience with the film was quite different from popular reviews I've read.
Firstly, while the reviews lauded the emotionally effective storytelling, I found it lacking in emotional depth and heart. The characters didn't engage me as expected, and the supposed gripping direction fell flat. The film struggled with pacing, feeling more like a slow burn than maintaining any real intensity or drama.
On the positive side, I agree that the cinematography by Kozo Shibasaki was striking, showcasing vivid lighting and impressive imagery. The special effects were indeed dazzling, and the portrayal of Godzilla was formidable and imposing, living up to his legacy. Godzilla's scenes of destruction and his atomic breath were the highlights for me, delivering the excitement I anticipated.
The music, while not bad, didn't leave a lasting impression either. It didn't elevate the film to another level as suggested in the review.
In my personal opinion, despite its visual strengths and Godzilla's cool portrayal, "Godzilla Minus One" fell short in storytelling and pacing, making it less engaging than I had hoped. It seems bizarre that it has so many rave reviews, as what is being written is not the same thing that I am seeing on film.