Godzilla Minus Zero revives Japan's 70-year monster legacy

The new film "Godzilla Minus Zero" has been released in Swiss theaters, marking the 39th Godzilla movie and reigniting public passion for the iconic giant lizard, known as a "kaiju." The film, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, is the 34th Japanese-produced Godzilla movie, including an animated trilogy. The franchise's parent company Toho has also licensed the monster to American productions, including an Apple TV series and a future King Kong crossover. Since the original 1954 film, Godzilla has served as a chronicle of Japan, reflecting the nation's evolution from a besieged country to a technological leader, while blending self-criticism with nationalism in its ongoing storylines.