Review of Godzilla (1998) by Nick N — 04 Nov 2012

A drooling mess of a film which has dated, ugly effects, a contrived, bumbling plot and laughable action. Definitely one of Roland Emmerich's low points.

This review of Godzilla (1998) was written by Nick N on 04 Nov 2012.

Godzilla has generally received mixed reviews.

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