Source: Diamond Comic Distributors
Diamond Comic Distributors has released information and photos for new Godzilla items available in comic book shops in 2017. These Godzilla products are also listed in Diamond’s October 2016 edition of the Previews Catalog, on sale now.
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Toho Produced Film to Screen on October 11–18 in More Than 440 Theaters
Source: Funimation Films
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan), funimationfilms.com/shingodzilla (US)
Special Thanks to Scott Barretto
Funimation Films has provided SciFi Japan with a list of theaters screening SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira, 2016) in the United States, October 11–18.
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Source: Madman Entertainment press release
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan), godzilla.com.au (Australia)
Special Thanks to Ben Pollock
Madman Entertainment is proud to announce the release of the first new Toho Godzilla film in over a decade, SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira, 2016) — screening in Australian cinemas from October 13 and New Zealand cinemas from October 20. Tickets and cinemas available from godzilla.com.au.
Written and directed by Hideaki Anno, the visionary filmmaker behind EVANGELION — the King of Monsters receives a terrifying resurgence for a new generation in SHIN GODZILLA. Not only is this the tallest incarnation of Godzilla ever to appear on-screen, but the monster is also heavily inspired by the iconic 1954 original.
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Product Info and High-Res Photos
Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd.
Special Thanks to Jun Umeji
The Japanese collectibles company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and high-res photos of their giant monster figures scheduled for release in late October 2016.
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Source: Toho Co., Ltd., Fuji Television
Official Site: good-morning-show.com (Japan)
Toho Co., Ltd. and Fuji Television have provided information and high-res photos from their new collaboration, GOOD MORNING SHOW (グッドモーニングショー, Guddo Mooningu Shoo). The feature film comedy opens in Japan on October 8th.
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Written and Directed by Anime Superstar Hideaki Anno
Source: Carmike Cinemas press release
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan), funimationfilms.com/shingodzilla (US)
Special Thanks to Gina McKenzie
The creators of Godzilla are unleashing their newest monster SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira, 2016) on 60 Carmike Cinemas locations next month. The Japanese sci-fi flick is co-directed by anime superstar Hideaki Anno (EVANGELION) and Shinji Higuchi (ATTACK ON TITAN) and it is set for a limited release for one week starting on Tuesday, October 11 at 7:30 p.m. with encores set for Wednesday, October 12 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 15 at 1:30 p.m. and Tuesday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m.
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Source: Sahamongkolfilm International Co., Ltd.
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan)
Special Thanks to Rapeepat Jumnongjit, Panu Aree and Gilbert Lim
SciFi Japan continues our coverage of SHIN GODZILLA’s (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira) worldwide run with information, images and trailers for the movie’s release in Thailand courtesy of Sahamongkolfilm International Co. Ltd., the country’s top film distributor.
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Source: Funimation Entertainment
Official Site: shingeki-seyo.com (Japan), attackontitanthemovie.com (US)
Special Thanks to Scott Lonski
On October 4, Funimation Entertainment will release ATTACK ON TITAN THE MOVIE: PART 1 (進撃の巨人, Shingeki no Kyojin, 2015) on DVD and in a Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack with Digital HD (EST) and Ultraviolet. Both editions will include the original Japanese audio (with English subtitles) and an English dub track.
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Source: Section23 Films, Kraken Releasing
Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff
Kraken Releasing is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win their new Blu-ray of THE RETURN OF GODZILLA (ゴジラ, Gojira, 1984)!
With a higher budget and more advanced special effects than any previous film in the series, THE RETURN OF GODZILLA returns Japan’s greatest monster to his intended role as an epic force of destruction and the film’s spectacular success re-launched the Godzilla franchise after nearly a decade in suspended animation. The Blu-ray and DVD feature the uncut Japanese language and Toho’s English dub of the film, neither of which have been commercially available in North America. Extras include trailers for THE RETURN OF GODZILLA and Kraken’s other Godzilla titles.
THE RETURN OF GODZILLA will be available on Blu-ray (SRP $14.98) and DVD (SRP $9.98) from retailers on September 13th, but here is your chance to win the Blu-ray edition for free!
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Part 2 of Highly Anticipated Trilogy to Hit Theaters Across the U.S. Starting on October 22
Source: Aniplex of America press release
Official Site: kizumonogatari-movie.com (Japan), Kizumonogatari-USA.com (US)
Special Thanks to Alex Crum
Aniplex of America has confirmed their plans to release the theatrical feature -KIZUMONOGATARI- PART 2: NEKKETSU (傷物語〈Ⅱ熱血篇〉, Kizumonogatari 〈Ⅱ nekketsu-hen〉, 2016) in 33 U.S. theaters starting on October 22. This is the highly anticipated second installment of the -KIZUMONOGATARI- film trilogy. Aniplex of America premiered the first film, -KIZUMONOGATARI- PART 1: TEKKETSU this past February across the U.S. and also in Canada last month. Fans can now visit the official U.S. website to get details on participating theaters, their respective showtimes, and how to purchase tickets. Aniplex of America has also confirmed that patrons will receive a special giveaway item with each purchased ticket at the theater while supplies last.
-KIZUMONOGATARI- PART 2: NEKKETSU will be distributed by AZOLAND PICTURES in the original Japanese language with English subtitles.
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Toho Produced Film to Screen on October 11–18 in More Than 440 Theaters
Source: Funimation Films press release
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan), funimationfilms.com/shingodzilla (US)
The King of the Monsters returns — SHIN GODZILLA is coming!
Don’t miss this limited theatrical event! Order your advance tickets for SHIN GODZILLA today. The ultimate homage to one of the most enduring legends of the big screen will be playing in select theaters October 11-18 with English Subtitles.
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Source: TGV Pictures
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan), funimationfilms.com/shingodzilla (US)
Special Thanks to Jei Ser “Jessie” Yap
Toho’s SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira, 2016) — now the top live-action film in Japan for 2016 — continues to open theatrically in other countries. On September 22nd, the film will be released in Malaysia by distributor TGV Pictures in conjunction with Encore Films (one of the companies that also brought SHIN GODZILLA to Singapore).
TGV Pictures has provided SciFi Japan with some details on the movie’s Malaysian release, along with high-res photos, poster art and an action-packed, English subtitled trailer.
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Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd., Bandai Co., Ltd.
Special Thanks to Jun Umeji
The Japanese collectibles company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and high-res photos of their second Godzilla vs. Evangelion Toho 30cm Series figure.
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Source: Toho Co., Ltd.
Official Site: scoop-movie.jp (Japan)
Toho has provided press notes and high-res images from their film, SCOOP! (スクープ!, Sukuupu!). The movie is based on the 1985 motion picture OUT OF FOCUS (盗写 1／250分秒 OUT OF FOCUS, Tosha 250 Bunno 1 Byo/Out of Focus) written and directed by Masato Harada.
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Source: Toho Co., Ltd.
Official Site: ikari-movie.com (Japan)
How well must you know someone to have trust?
Three couples touched by a horrible murder learn that beyond trust, there lies anger.
Toho has provided press notes and high-res images from their new crime drama, RAGE (怒り, Ikari). The movie will have its world premiere this week at the Toronto International Film Festival.
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Toho Produced Film to Screen on October 11 – 18 in More Than 440 Theaters
Source: Funimation Films press release
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan), funimationfilms.com/shingodzilla (US)
Special Thanks to Scott Barretto
Following weeks of rumors, fan speculation, a “leaked” poster design and a listing on Fandango, official word on the American theatrical release of SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira, 2016) has been provided by Funimation Films.
After finalizing details with Toho, Funimation has issued a press release with theatrical release information, a link to the film’s new official website, and word on two theatrical premiere events. And, in an exclusive to SciFi Japan, the company offers a first look at the American poster art and logo which will replace the temp image as seen on Fandango.
From the press release…
“SHIN GODZILLA” STOMPS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA THIS OCTOBER
LOS ANGELES, CA – September 2, 2016. The iconic science fiction monster Godzilla makes land fall in the U.S. and Canada this October with the North American theatrical release of “SHIN GODZILLA” from Toho Company, Ltd. Fans have been clamoring for news of the film’s theatrical dates ever since Funimation® Films made its surprise acquisition announcement in July at San Diego Comic Con 2016. And today, the company revealed that “SHIN GODZILLA” will roar into theaters for a limited engagement on October 11 – 18. The movie will screen in more than 440 theaters across the U.S. and Canada. Tickets for “SHIN GODZILLA” will be available for prepurchase on the official film website beginning on September 9.
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Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd., Bandai Co., Ltd.
Special Thanks to Jun Umeji
The Japanese collectibles company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and high-res photos of their latest collaboration with Bandai; a new version of the Gigan figure from GODZILLA: FINAL WARS (ゴジラ ファイナルウォーズ, Gojira: Fainaru Uoozu, 2004).
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Source: Toho Co., Ltd., Fuji Television Network, Inc.
Official Site: kimiuso-movie.jp (Japan)
Toho and Fuji Television Network have provided information and high-res photos for YOUR LIE IN APRIL (四月は君の嘘, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso), the live-action adaptation of the hit manga by Naoshi Arakawa. The movie opens in Japan on September 10th.
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Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd.
Special Thanks to Jun Umeji
Earlier this month, SciFi Japan posted the lineup of giant monster figures coming in late September 2016 from the Japanese collectibles company X-Plus Co., Ltd. The article mentioned that “X-Plus is considering releasing one more figure in September”, and now that late addition has been officially announced.
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Source: CatchPlay Inc.
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan), theatrical.catchplay.com/shingodzilla (Taiwan)
Special Thanks to Bess liao
ScFi Japan is pleased to share another international exclusive for Toho’s SHIN GODZILLA (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira, 2016). Distributor CatchPlay has provided some details on the film’s release in Taiwan, along with some images — some new, some previously available — in larger sizes and higher quality than have been seen before.
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Source: Toho Co., Ltd.
Official Site: aozorayell-movie.jp (Japan)
Toho has provided promotional materials for YELL FOR THE BLUE SKY (青空エール, Aozora Eeru), the new live-action adaptation of the manga of the same name. The movie was directed by Takahiro Miki (WE WERE THERE, HOT ROAD) and stars Tao Tsuchiya (ULTRAMAN ZERO: THE REVENGE OF BELIAL, RUROUNI KENSHIN series), Ryoma Takeuchi (KAMEN RIDER DRIVE), Mirai Shida (ARRIETTY, THE WIND RISES), Fujiko Kojima (LESSON OF THE EVIL) and Yuki Yamada (GOKAIGER).
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Source: Diamond Comic Distributors
Special Thanks to Megan Cosman and Zach Oat
Diamond Comic Distributors has released information and photos for Godzilla items listed in the September 2016 edition of Previews Catalog, on sale now.
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Source: IDW Publishing
Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer
IDW Publishing has announced solicitations for Godzilla: Rage Across Time #4 and 5. Both issues are coming to comic book shops and retailers in November 2016.
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Author/Source: Aaron John Gregory
Official Site: IDW Publishing
Special Thanks to Bobby Curnow
Artist Aaron John Gregory has offered SciFi Japan readers an exclusive step-by-step look at the making of his cover illustration for Godzilla: Rage Across Time #2, which will be available from comic book shops and retailers on September 21st.
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Interviewer/Translator: Kim Song-ho
Special Thanks to Akira Takarada, Cho Young-ho (The Japan Foundation Seoul), Yeon Ji-mi (simultaneous interpreter), Hiroaki Iwasaki (Takarada Planning) and Hong Gi-hun (Big Monster Club)
From December 20, 2015 to March 6, 2016, The Japan Foundation Seoul, The Korean Association of Cinematheques, Busan Cinema Center and Korean Film Archive jointly organized a massive retrospective of Mikio Naruse, one of the most prolific and respected directors of the Japanese cinema.
As a special event for the retrospective, actor Akira Takarada, who starred in several of Naruse’s works, visited Korea and showed three films of his personal choice to the Korean audience on February 20 and 21, 2016 at Korean Film Archive. This marked his first visit to Korea as an actor. I had a great pleasure to meet and interview Mr. Takarada, who is also a legendary actor from Japanese tokusatsu films.
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Source: Matt Frank
Official Site: IDW Publishing
Special Thanks to Bobby Curnow
SciFi Japan is pleased to present our second Godzilla: Rage Across Time #1 exclusive this week… this time courtesy of artist Matt Frank.
Premiering August 24th, Godzilla: Rage Across Time is a five part comic book mini-series featuring Godzilla and other Toho monsters during different time periods of Earth’s history. Each issue is produced by a different creative team, with Matt creating the artwork for issue #1. He also co-wrote the story — in which Godzilla invades feudal Japan — with author Jeremy Robinson (Project Nemesis).
Matt has kindly shared details about the creative process along with samples of his concept art for the issue.
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Source: IDW Publishing
Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer
IDW Publishing has provided SciFi Japan with an exclusive preview of the first five pages from Godzilla: Rage Across Time #1. The issue will be available from comic shops and retailers Wednesday, August 24th.
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Source: Funimation Entertainment
Official Site: funimationfilms.com
Special Thanks to Scott Barretto
Funimation Films has provided promotional images for the live-action films announced during their Industry Panel at the 2016 San Diego Comic-Con International.
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Press Materials for Film’s Singapore Release
Source: Golden Village Pictures
Official Site: shin-godzilla.jp (Japan)
Special Thanks to Rachel Malaguit
SHIN GODZILLA’s (シン・ゴジラ, Shin Gojira) international release kicks off in Asia, with Singapore one of the first countries to screen the film. Local distributors Golden Village Pictures and Encore Films will open the movie there on August 25th.
Golden Village has provided SciFi Japan with SHIN GODZILLA images — some new, some previously released by Toho — in larger sizes and higher quality than have been seen before.
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Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd.
Special Thanks to Jun Umeji
The Japanese toy company X-Plus Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and high-res photos of their giant monster figures scheduled for release in late September 2016.
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