I recently watched Shin Ultraman (2022) on Amazon Prime. The plot revolves around Japan facing relentless attacks from gigantic monsters, prompting the creation of a government task force. Despite their meaningless efforts, a silver robot-like creature appears miraculously, effortlessly destroying the monsters. The government agency strives to understand the origin and nature of this metallic being.
Directed by Shinji Higuchi (Shin Godzilla) and featuring Takumi Saitoh (13 Assassins), Masami Nagasawa (Mother), Hidetoshi Nishijima (License to Live), and Akari Hayami (Zom 100: BucketListers of the Dead).
This movie is truly impressive. The monsters are meticulously crafted, providing a realistic feel. The CGI, appearance, and demeanor of each monster are outstanding. Ultraman's powers, showcased in action scenes, are tremendous, eliciting empathy for the monsters. The transformation scenes are equally captivating. While there's some CGI overuse (flying humans were comical), the storyline has a strong setup and premise, though the ending falls slightly short, opting for an epiphany over an epic monster battle.
In conclusion, Shin Ultraman is a magnificent addition to the modern monster universe, a definite must-see. I'd rate this a solid 8/10 and highly recommend it.
Directed by Shinji Higuchi (Shin Godzilla) and featuring Takumi Saitoh (13 Assassins), Masami Nagasawa (Mother), Hidetoshi Nishijima (License to Live), and Akari Hayami (Zom 100: BucketListers of the Dead).
This movie is truly impressive. The monsters are meticulously crafted, providing a realistic feel. The CGI, appearance, and demeanor of each monster are outstanding. Ultraman's powers, showcased in action scenes, are tremendous, eliciting empathy for the monsters. The transformation scenes are equally captivating. While there's some CGI overuse (flying humans were comical), the storyline has a strong setup and premise, though the ending falls slightly short, opting for an epiphany over an epic monster battle.
In conclusion, Shin Ultraman is a magnificent addition to the modern monster universe, a definite must-see. I'd rate this a solid 8/10 and highly recommend it.