Review of Godzilla (1998) by Ben B — 30 Apr 2011

Vapid action disaster that's entertaining enough in part not to be a total failure.

This review of Godzilla (1998) was written by Ben B on 30 Apr 2011.

Godzilla has generally received mixed reviews.

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