Review of Godzilla (2014) by Jason Buchanan for TV Guide — 14 May 2014

Edwards ultimately fails to do justice to the big lizard's legacy.

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This review of Godzilla (2014) was written by Jason Buchanan and published by TV Guide on 14 May 2014.

Godzilla has generally received positive reviews.

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