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QUESTION 179: I have all the Godzilla films on dvd, but some are not in widescreen, why is that.

A:The first two Godzilla films, GOJIRA and GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN, were made before Toho started filming their movies in Toho Scope/Cinemascope so they're supposed to be full screen on DVD. All the other Godzilla movies were filmed in widescreen... if the DVDs are not, it may be that the DVD company didn't have widescreen materials or they thought pan & scan would be better. Some of Sony's earlier Godzilla DVDs like GODZILLA VS KING GHIDORAH were full screen but after fans complained they put out other Godzilla movies in widescreen.

QUESTION 178: is it possible for classic media to get the rights to the zone fighter show? Even though its about a ultraman like hero, godzilla does appear in five episodes, as well as gigan who gets a third fight with godzilla, and king ghidorah has a two parter with zone fighter.

A:Right now Classic Media does not plan on getting the rights for the Zone Fighter Show. It could be something that we could look into in the future.

QUESTION 177: will you be continuing to issue future volumes of the King Kong Cartoon on dvd as well thanks in advance.

A:Yes, the next volume comes out on June 5th

QUESTION 176: Where can I find godzilla vs Biollante on dvd in widescreen? Thank you.

A:BIOLLANTE has not been released on DVD in America. See Question 27 for more info.

QUESTION 175:do you know if you or anyone else will ever possibly release a dvd of the Megalon and 1984 movies?

A:Classic Media does not own those movies and we don't know anything about DVD plans for them. Any DVD info would have to come from the companies that own the rights.

QUESTION 174: Do you know the exact release date of the rest of the DVD's?

A:Just GHIDORAH and INVASION OF ASTRO-MONSTER on June 5th. We'll announce exact future dates when we know for sure.

QUESTION 173: Will Classic Media try to get the rights to the other Godzilla movies if they become available, and do you know when they might become available? I would love to see them all released like the ones you have already released.

A:Classic Media may be interested if American rights to any Godzilla films reverted back to Toho, but we don't expect that to happen any time soon.

QUESTION 172: Can you obtain the rights for other Toho monster films such as War of the Gargantuas or Mothra 3. I know that there is a great demand for those films. Any chance of us seeing those?

A:Classic Media owns WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS and has already announced that the movie will be coming to DVD after the Godzilla films have been released. See Question 41 for REBIRTH OF MOTHRA 3.

QUESTION 171: Is there any chance that you will be releasing a delux dvd set for Rodan?

A:See Question 163.

QUESTION 170: Can you place a link on your website of upcoming releases and possibly even all of the Godzilla movies you own the rights to and will eventually release to DVD? Thanks!

A:Whenever a new DVD release date is confirmed it will be announced on the homepage of this website. A list of all Classic Media Godzilla movies is also already available here... check Questions 3 and 23.

QUESTION 169: Will you guys continue to be releasing the Godzilla Cartoon series from the 1970's? 2 volumes have come out so far featuring 8 episodes of the 26.

A:Yes. Look for another DVD of GODZILLA: THE ORIGINAL ANIMATED SERIES this summer.

QUESTION 168: hat a about the release of the original MOthra Film

A:See Question 144.

QUESTION 167: is godzilla vs biollante available in english audio

A:Not on DVD. Dimension Films released BIOLLANTE on VHS and laserdisc several years ago.

QUESTION 166: Will you accept orders from all over the world in a nearby future? I'm living in Sweden and noticed that you can't ship them here.

A:Classic Media only has DVD distribution rights for the US and Canada

QUESTION 165: Besides Godzilla (which is really cool) are you guys going to bring any other Toho titles to the United States? Also how about bringing the later Ultraman series here to the States. Ultraman\'s cool.

A:The Godzilla movies will be followed by RODAN and WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS. There are no plans for other Toho films or Ultraman right now, but Tsuburaya Productions (the company that makes Ultraman) is hoping to bring more of the shows to America. We agree that Ultraman is cool... he was created by Godzilla's fx director Eiji Tsuburaya, after all.

QUESTION 164: where can i have the english subtitle for godzilla s destroyer 1995 and godzilla vs biolante 1989

A:Those aren't Classic Media films so we don't know where you could get subtitles for them.

QUESTION 163: Will you be doing a special edition of Rodan?

A:We're focusing on Godzilla right now and haven't made any final decisions on RODAN yet, but the movie will mostly likely get the same treatment as the Godzilla movies like GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN and MOTHRA VS GODZILLA.

QUESTION 162: Will you be putting Varan the Unbelievable on dvd and more importantly Mothra the 1961 toho classic. As of yet Mothra has not been put on dvd. Hopefully you guys can do that.

A:See Question 73 for VARAN THE UNBELIVABLE and Question 144 for MOTHRA.

QUESTION 161: I read somewhere that 'Ghidorah the Three Headed Monster' and 'Godzilla vs Monster Zero' are being released in June?

A:You read correctly. June 5th.

QUESTION 160: Hi, I'm 16 years old. Isn't Nick Adams' original english voice heard on both English versions and Japanese versions?

A:Hello! Nick spoke English on the set of INVASION OF ASTRO-MONSTER, but he was dubbed in Japanese when Toho released the film in Japan. You can hear his voice on the American version (MONSTER ZERO) on the Classic Media DVD.

QUESTION 159: Why is Angirus considered a weak monster when it gave Godzilla one heck of a fight in "Godzilla raids again".

A: Some fans think Anguirus is a weaker monster because he has no long-range weapons and gets beaten up by other monsters like Godzilla and King Ghidorah. Other people think he's tough because he keeps fighting against stronger foes. Anguirus' "never surrender" attitude has made him one of Toho's most beloved monsters.

QUESTION 158: I have been most impressed by your DVDs of GOJIRA, MOTHRA VS GODZILLA, and GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN. Outstanding, all of them! Can you give us Godzilla fans any idea when we will see more of these discs, like GHIDRAH THE 3-HEADED MONSTER and MONSTER ZERO? Many thanks, and keep up the great work!

A:Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the DVDs. GHIDORAH and INVASION OF ASTRO-MONSTER will be available online and in stores on June 5th.

QUESTION 157: Can You Release Godzilla Vs Gigan Godzilla Vs Megalon And Destroy All Monsters ? If You Don't Have The Rights Who Does ?

A:No, because we don't have the rights to those films and GIGAN and DAM are already on DVD. See Question 117 for MEGALON.

QUESTION 155: Do You Like Gigan And How Popular Is He?

A:We like Gigan. He's one of the more popular Toho monsters, behind Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, Rodan and Mechagodzilla.

QUESTION 154: What Come After The Seven Godzilla Movies And The Other Two Kajiu Non Godzilla Movies?

A:That's a good question. There aren't any plans for any other Toho films at this time.

QUESTION 153: I was just wondering is Godzilla final wars the final movie in the entire Godzilla series or I've also heard that Toho just renewed the movie series for a period of five to ten years which is true

A:See Question 51.

QUESTION 152: How come Sony/Bmg is not releasing all the Classic Media stuff any more?

A:Sony BMG is the Music Entertainment division of Sony. For years, they also distributed DVDs of family films and shows. Sony BMG decided they should keep the focus on music so they are shutting down their DVD department. In January, Classic Media signed with Genius Productions, the DVD distributor for the Weinstein Company, ESPN, WWE, the Independent Film Channel, Sesame Street, and Dimension Films. Genius will distribute future Classic Media's Godzilla DVDs.

QUESTION 151: When are Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster and The War of the Gargantuas going to be released.

A:GHIDORAH comes out June 5th. WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS will not be scheduled until after all Classic Media DVDs are out.

QUESTION 150: Will the terror of mechagodzilla dvds feature everything uncut. i read bout all the things that was taken out was disappointed, but i heard that CM was releasing it. I\'m seventeen years old and been a huge fan since I was five. I thank CM for this.

A:The heavily edited version of TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA will NOT be on Classic Media's new DVD.

QUESTION 149: Hello, I was wondering if their where going to be releases of other TOHO monster movies like War of the Gargantuas or The Mysterions.

A:See Question 23 for a list of the Toho films Classic Media will be releasing. THE MYSTERIANS is already out on DVD from Media Blasters.

QUESTION 148: Thanks for answering my question on gorosaurus.

A:You're welcome!

QUESTION 147: Besides GHIDORAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER and INVASION OF ASTRO MONSTER/MONSTER ZERO any other godzilla releases from you guys? I picked up all 3 on amazon and loved them, great picture and awesome commentarys. what movies will you be releasing? any besides godzilla movies too?

A:Yes, there will be more Godzilla DVDs... check out Question 23 for a complete list of the Toho movies Classic Media will bring to DVD. Glad that you're enjoying the DVDs!

QUESTION 146: I am truly grateful for the release of Classic Media\'s (7 Copyright owned) Godzilla films on spectacular DVDs. However, I recently picked up 2 volumes (8 episodes) of Godzilla The Original Animated Series (1978) also released by Classic Media. Are there any plans to release the remaining 16 episodes on Classic Media DVD?

A:Yes, a new Godzilla Animated Series DVD will be out this summer.

QUESTION 145: do you still have Godzilla Raids Again DVDs? Has it already been released? It has the English dubbed version as well yes?

A:Yes, yes, and yes.

QUESTION 144: Hello, I realize that you do not have the rights to all Toho movies made, but I was hoping that you could steer me in the right direction. I have always wanted to see the original Mothra, and even more so after seeing Tokyo SOS which almost seems like a sequel. Do you own the rights to that film, and if not, could you please tell me who does? Thank you.

A:Columbia Pictures originally released MOTHRA in America. Columbia is now part of Sony so MOTHRA is now owned by Sony Pictures.

QUESTION 143: Are you guys considering getting the rights for Frankenstein Conquers The World?

A:Media Blasters has the rights to FRANKENSTEIN CONQUERS THE WORLD and are planning a DVD release for late June.

QUESTION 142: Are the rumors of a Godzilla 3D movie or Godzilla vs Deathla movie true?

A:Toho gave director Yoshimitsu Banno (GODZILLA VS HEDORAH) permission to make a 3D IMAX Godzilla movie if he can raise the money to make it. Mr Banno is now looking for investors so the movie is not in production at this time. It may happen or it may not.

QUESTION 141: If they do make another film do you think Toho could put it in American Theators because I loved seeing Godzilla 2000 in a theater when I was in 3rd grade opening day.

A:Toho doesn't release the movies themselves in America. They sell the rights to a US distributor like Sony Pictures, and the US distributor decides whether to put the movies in theaters or on video.

QUESTION 140: Also is Toho going to make another Godzilla film, although Godzilla Final Wars was pretty good.

A: RODAN and WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS will follow the Godzilla DVDs. Sony Pictures owns MOTHRA, so we can't release that film.

QUESTION 139: Is classic media or sony going to release a Japanese versions of Godzilla movies other than the ones from the Showa Series like Godzilla 1985 or Godzilla vs Biollante?

A:Classic Media only has US rights to the 7 Godzilla movies we named in Question #3. GODZILLA 1985 and BIOLLANTE are owned by other companies so we can't release those movies. We don't know what Sony's future plans are, but they've already released the Japanese versions of several recent Godzilla films on DVD.

QUESTION 138: When are the general release dates for Godzilla Raids Again and Godzilla vs. Mothra and do you know when War Of The Gargantuas will be released?

A:The two Godzilla DVDs went on sale April 3rd. GARGANTUAS will come out after all the Godzilla DVDs.

QUESTION 137: Are any of the scripts or screenplays for Godzilla films published or available in English?

A:As far as we know, no except for the American remake.

QUESTION 136: Where does burning godzilla come from? What is his story?

A: Burning Godzilla is in GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH. Godzilla's body absorbed too much radiation and it began to meltdown.

QUESTION 135: Are you guys ever going to release the original version of Rodan?

A:Yes, after all the Classic Media Godzilla DVDs are released.

QUESTION 134: How come I cannot find any of the two new releases (Godzilla raids again and Mothra vs Godzilla) in any stores in Chicago? Is this website the only place? Thank you for your time as well as your wonderful release of Gojira.

A:See Question #110.

QUESTION 133: Will the American version of 'Terror of MechaGodzilla' also be unedited? Also... (sorry, bare with me here) When I first saw this film on TV in 1978, there was an interesting little introduction that covered the history of Godzilla up to the introduction of that film. Is there any chance that little intro could be obtained and be included on the DVD? Some of these films have gone through a lot of butchering over the years, and I\'m just curious as to what we will be seeing and not seeing. Thanks for your time.

A: We have the American version with the prologue. It's uncut except for one quick fake "nude" shot.

QUESTION 132: I noticed that one of the films you will be releasing is 'Terror of MechaGodzilla'. For many years, we\'ve only seen the \'edited\' version of this film for video/DVD release, and for any current broadcasting. From what I understand, there was controversy over many scenes (Breif nudity, characters on their hands and knees getting whipped, a main character commiting suicide at the end, etc...) and I\'m curious... will we be seeing the entire film - unedited?

A: The Japanese version of TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA will be uncut and in widescreen.

QUESTION 131: Hi... First off, I just want to say Thank-You for making these films available, and I'm really excited about purchasing them in the near future.

A: You're welcome!

QUESTION 130: What is the possibility of Classic Media releasing other Toho films, such as Rodan, Mothra, the Gargantuas, etc.

A: RODAN and WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS will follow the Godzilla DVDs. Sony Pictures owns MOTHRA, so we can't release that film.

QUESTION 129: Hi, I just read the latest events about your Comic-con booth and it says that you can demo the new Godzilla video game! Is this for real? Who is developing and publishing this game? Is it the Godzilla game that has been rumored about for the Wii?

A: The new Godzilla video game GODZILLA UNLEASHED is being produced by Atari and Pipeworks for the Wii.

QUESTION 128: when will at the movies for question #72 come out on dvd? and can i find godzilla raids again in stores now?

A: Look for GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN in stores on April 3rd. GHIDORAH and INVASION OF ASTRO-MONSTER are coming out June 5th, and ALL MONSTERS ATTACK and TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA are scheduled for September.

QUESTION 127: Will Godzilla 1985 be released on DVD?

A: We don't know. Please see Question 27.

QUESTION 126: I would just like to say that the commentaries on each film are great. I truly appreciate the explanations that are provides. It provides alot of insight into each film. Thanks for the quality work.

A: Thank you.

QUESTION 125: I realize that film rights are hard to get, but you really should try and get the rights to the other Showa series films. The DVDs put out by the other guys are horrible. There\'s no Japanese version on Universal\'s King Kong vs. Godzilla (a real crime) and the versions/dubs on Sony Home Entertainment\'s Showa films is the International Versions, ie. Not that great. You guys have the original Japanese AND the original American, which is great! So, can you PLEASE try and get the other Showa films??

A: Glad that you've enjoyed the Classic Media DVDs. Sorry, but we have no plans to acquire any of the Godzilla films currently owned by other distributors.

QUESTION 124: Will there be any future dvd releases? If so, do you have a schedule?

A:Yes, there will be more DVDs. GHIDORAH and INVASION OF ASTRO-MONSTER are coming out June 5th, and ALL MONSTERS ATTACK and TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA are scheduled for September.

QUESTION 123: WHAT HAPPEN TO GODZILLA'S WIFE HE HAS A SON BUT WHERE THE MOTHER?

A: Godzilla doesn't have a wife. Minya is adopted.

QUESTION 122: I work for the FAA creating video productions for training. We have an idea to use an old japanese monster movie that is poorly overdubbed for one of our programs. Do you know of any that are public domain? If so, where can I find it?

A: Sorry, but we don't deal with public domain films and don't know of any pd Japanese monster movies.

QUESTION 121: Is Godzilla asexual? Cause recently there was a monitor lizard in the news that reproduced asexually without the assistance of a mate.

A: The American Godzilla from the 1998 TriStar movie is asexual. The Toho Godzilla is male.

QUESTION 120: hi will u release non godzilla dvds such as rodan ,varan,mothera etc??

A: Classic Media will release RODAN after all of our Godzilla DVDs are out. Sony owns MOTHRA. See Question #73 for VARAN.

QUESTION 119: Has Classic Media considered buying the rights to the other godzilla movies from lakeshore, or any other company that has not released the godzilla movies they have rights to?

A: No, we'll only pick up Godzilla movies if the rights are available from Toho.

QUESTION 118: hey,i am also godzilla fan,i'm the #1 fan,but what reason why toho didn\'t give all godzilla?was it because they didn\'t trust classic media to have all movies?

A: Not at all. Toho sold US rights for their movies one at a time over several decades, so Classic Media can't buy movies that aren't available.

QUESTION 117: Can You Guys Release Destroy All Monsters Godzilla Vs Gigan And Godzilla Vs Megalon Sorry If I Am Buging You But If you Don\'t Who Can I Ask To Release These Three Movies On One DVD Our Somthing ?

A: DESTROY ALL MONSTERS is already out on DVD from ADV Films, and Sony released the DVD of GODZILLA VS GIGAN in 2004. As for GODZILLA VS MEGALON, see Question #34.

QUESTION 116: I\'ve was really happy to hear war of the gargantuas. Are you considering releasing a original uncut japanese version?

A: Yes.

QUESTION 115: is there new Godzilla films coming out in 2007

A: No new Godzilla are being made right now.

QUESTION 114: Will Mothra vs. Godzilla and Godzilla Raids Again be available in retail locations anytime soon or are they exclusive to the web site?

A: April 3, 2007 they will be in stores

QUESTION 113: will be any instances where classic media might release a dvd in widescreen dubbed in english like for example terror of mechagodzilla though it\'s last release from simitar video years ago was in full screen; but classic media may do the same justice that universal did earlier this year and re-release both king kong vs godzilla and king kong escapes in widescreen dubbed english for the first time.

A: Most of the upcoming releases will be in Cinemascope-Anamorphic Widescreen.

QUESTION 112: I hear that the same box set released in japan a few years ago may be released stateside also is this true?

A: If you mean the "Godzilla Final Box" that Toho released in Japan, there are no plans for a US version. See Question #18 for the reason why.

QUESTION 111: Could you put a message board up on Godzillaondvd.com for fans to meet?

A: To meet other fans sign up for GodzillaOnDVD's MySpace page: http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=85377210

QUESTION 110: I have read some questions and answers. But, do you have any exact date for Godzilla Raids Again and Godzilla vs. Mothra or any other Godzilla movies you will release?

A: GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN and MOTHRA VS GODZILLA will be at retail on April 3rd.

QUESTION 109: LAST, WHEN WILL YOU GUYS MAKE THAT BOX SET? THANKS!

A: The exact date isn't set yet, but the box set will be out after all the single DVDs are released.

QUESTION 108: I WANT TO KNOW IF THE NEW RODAN REALEASE WILL INCLUDE THE ORIGINAL JAPANESE VERSION.

A: Yes.

QUESTION 107: OKAY. I HAVE SOMETHINGS TO ASK YOU GUYS. FIRST UP, WHAT COMPANY OWNS GODZILLA VS MEGALON? IS IT GOODTIMES?

A: GoodTimes no longer owns MEGALON. We don't know who does at this time.

QUESTION 106: how can i mail movie ideas to your company?

A: We don't make the Godzilla movies. You would have better luck sending your ideas to the movie studios.

QUESTION 105: And i have another question: Is the Astro monsters movie a sequel to Ghidorah?

A: Yes, it is. The movie is better known in America as MONSTER ZERO..

QUESTION 104: Hello, i'm a 14 year old Godzilla fan and i will like to ask this: Will the new Ghidorah dvd will feature the uncut Japanese film and the US verison of film?

A: Yes.

QUESTION 103: You probably get this question a lot, but I know you are only releasing so many Godzilla films. After your releases are done, which of the films will not be available on DVD in North America??

A: GODZILLA VS MEGALON, GODZILLA 1985, and GODZILLA VS BIOLLANTE.

QUESTION 102: Are there going to be any new Godzilla movies?

A: Yes, someday.

QUESTION 101: IF THE USA ALLOWS IT RKO PICTURES OR WHOEVER OWNS KONG, WILL THERE EVER BE A REMATCH (KING KONG VS. GODZILLA) USING THE SAME 1962 MASKS OF GODZILLA AND KONG?

A: It's always possible there will be another KING KONG VS GODZILLA movie someday, but the odds are against it. Toho tried to do a remake in the early 1990s but they couldn't get the rights to use King Kong. The original masks are long gone-and most people think Kong looked bad in the 1962 movie-so Godzilla and Kong will probably look different if there is ever a remake.

QUESTION 100: As to the original Godzilla cartoon series why is Gadzooky so annoying? Could you acquire the rights and digitally remove all references to him?

A: Hanna-Barbera characters like Scooby Doo were very popular so they thought the GODZILLA show needed some comic relief with Godzooky. Classic Media now owns the rights to the show, but we thinks it's better to release the episodes uncut.

QUESTION 99: has Classic Media ever considered attempting to buy the rights to other Godzilla films from other companies?

A: No, because most of the other films are already available on DVD. We're only interested in movies available directly from Toho.

QUESTION 98: When will some of the other Toho classics (i.e. \"Rodan,\" \"Mothra,\" \"Ghidrah the Three-Headed Monster,\" etc.) get re-released in the same format as \"Gojira,\" \"Godzilla Raids Again,\" and \"Mothra vs Godzilla?\" I just hate those bare bones versions where the transfer is splotchy and audio crappy. Any word on when the new editions, if any, will be coming out?

A: Any Toho DVDs from Classic Media will be handled like the GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN and MOTHRA VS GODZILLA. See Question #23 for the movies CM owns the rights to.

QUESTION 97: the one question i have is any news on GAMERA? and do you own the rights? if not who does? or can you buy the rights to the GAMERA films?

A: According to Kadokawa Pictures, a company called Neptune Media owns US rights to the early Gamera films but they never released any of them on DVD. ADV Films released the three 1990s Gamera movies on DVD in 2003. No word yet on when the latest film GAMERA THE BRAVE (2006) will be coming to America.

QUESTION 96: I would like to say thank you for bringing these original films to America. Do you have a deadline to have the catalogue in Canada?

A: You're welcome. Each DVD will be out in Canada shortly after the US release.

QUESTION 95: My Name is Nazareth Martinez I'm 17 Years and I'm a big fan of Godzilla. I see Godzilla King of the Monsters DVD and Godzilla Raids Again and MOTHRA VS. GODZILLA DVD. When the Godzilla of Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster, and Godzilla vs. Monster Zero, Godzilla vs. Megalon, and Godzilla 1985, Godzilla vs. Biollante is coming out on DVD

A: Classic Media will release GHIDORAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER and INVASION OF ASTRO MONSTER/MONSTER ZERO in 2007. We do not have the rights to GODZILLA VS MEGALON, GODZILLA 1985, or GODZILLA VS BIOLLANTE so we don't know when they'll be out on DVD.

QUESTION 94: What your doing with the Godzilla movies you own the rights to is what I've been waiting for, for years now. Having both the original version with the American cut along with the beautiful package and extra features is without a doubt perfect as far as I\'m concerned. Toho couldn't\'t have trusted a better partner. On behalf of all G-Fans everywhere...Thank you Classic Media

A: You're very welcome! We're happy that you're enjoying the Godzilla DVDs.

QUESTION 93: Do you plan on releasing Rodan in the same way as the Godzilla movies?

A: Yes.

QUESTION 92: I understand that the rights to the other Godzilla movies prevents Classic media to release them as of now however is there a chance if sales are high for the seven that classic media own is it possible that they'll try to buy rights to the others?

A: No, because most of the other movies are already out on DVD. We will keep an eye out for any Godzilla movies that revert back to Toho.

QUESTION 91: but Godzilla has a heat ray and King Kong has just plain ape skin. Why Godzilla use his heat ray on King Kong to kill him?

A: Godzilla did use his radioactive breath on King Kong, but Kong was strong enough to take it and keep fighting. Kong is very tough.

QUESTION 90: I've heard that in both versions of King Kong vs. Godzilla that king Kong wins?

A: That's correct. The old rumors that Godzilla wins in the Japanese version of KING KONG VS GODZILLA were completely wrong.

QUESTION 89: will there be any new Godzilla movies made?

A: Yes. See Question #51.

QUESTION 88: I am sure most of the true Godzilla/Toho monster movie fans appreciate not your expertise and knowledgeable insight but to take the time to reply and answer the emails.

A: Thank you.

QUESTION 87: WHEN YOU DO RELEASE TERROR OF MEGAGODZILLA WILL THE ENGLISH DUBBED VERSION CONTAIN THE RARE SCENE TOWARDS THE ENDS WHEN THE GIRL CYBORG SHOOTS HERSELF IN THE STOMACH THUS DEACTIVATING THE ROBOT THEN GODZILLA KICK HIS BUTT?

A: Yes.

QUESTION 86: I have a few questions. First off, do you have any definite release dates for GHIDORAH: THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER, INVASION OF THE ASTRO-MONSTER, GODZILLA\'S REVENGE, and TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA? What about RODAN and WAR OF THE GARGANTUANS?

A: Not yet.

QUESTION 85: how many monsters are in all Godzilla movies?

A: Not counting all the different versions of Mothra, Godzilla, etc there are (give or take) 35 in the Godzilla series.

QUESTION 84: ARE THERE ANY PLANS,DEPENDING ON WHO OWN THE RIGHTS, TO RELEASE FRANKENSTEIN CONQUERS THE WORLD/VS. BARAGON & THE KOOL CLASSIC ATRAGON?

A: ATRAGON is already out on DVD from Media Blasters. Media Blasters also has plans to release FRANKENSTEIN CONQUERS THE WORLD in 2007.

QUESTION 83: WHEN YOU DO RELEASE BOTH WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS AND RODAN WILL THE ENGLISH VERSION BE IN WIDESCREEN?

A: Both the US and Japanese versions of WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS will be in widescreen. Toho filmed RODAN in the Academy aspect ratio (approximately 1.33:1) so the DVD will have both versions in the original full screen.

QUESTION 82 are there any plans now or in the future of maybe making an awesome film if done right having Godzilla battle my kool turtle friend Gamera?

A: Never say never, but Kadokawa Pictures (the company that owns Gamera) wanted to make a "Godzilla vs Gamera" movie and Toho wasn't interested.

QUESTION 81: Congratulations are in order for your recent releases of Godzilla, Raids Again and Vs. the Thing. Looking forward to your future Godzilla DVD releases, as well as, Rodan. Do you also have the rights to release Mothra?

A: Thanks! Sony Pictures owns US rights to the original MOTHRA.

QUESTION 80: How Come It Took So Long To Get It Right? I Would Think That TOHO, And CM Know That Godzilla Fans Want Both The US, And The Japanese Versions...

A: Classic Media recently renewed their Godzilla license for several years, so we felt the time was right to release deluxe DVDs of these films.

QUESTION 79: In the upcoming summer of 2007, are you planning on attending G-Fest in Chicago the weekend of July 6, 7, 8th?

A: Classic Media will attend several conventions next year, but G-Fest is not on the list.

QUESTION 78: When are you going to release the next Godzilla movies? What ones will be released?

A: GHIDORAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER, INVASION OF ASTRO MONSTER/MONSTER ZERO, ALL MONSTERS ATTACK/GODZILLA'S REVENGE, and TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA are coming to DVD in 2007.

QUESTION 77: And finally, Amazon.com lists these titles but says they are unavailable. Do you know what date these titles will be available to order on Amazon.com, or are they only available through GodzillaOnDVD.com?

A: They are only available from godzillaondvd.com at this time. Amazon and other retailers will start selling them in spring 2007.

QUESTION 76: On the Mothra vs. Godzilla DVD, is the English dubbed version of the film in full screen or widescreen format?

A: The American version GODZILLA VS THE THING is in 1.78:1 widescreen. Check the Godzilla Blog for more info: http://www.godzillaondvd.com/blog/

QUESTION 75: When will Ghidrah the Three Headed Monster be released on DVD? Will there be any attempt to restore the original film prints or digitally remaster them?

A: The exact date hasn't been announced yet, but look for GHIDORAH in early 2007. Toho has restored their older films, but Classic Media DVDs are re-mastered from Toho's materials.

QUESTION 74: Some of the original US title screens spell Ghidorah as Ghidrah; as in Ghidrah the Three Headed Monster. Is this just a difference in the original translation?

A: The spelling of the monster's name was shortened to "Ghidrah" by Continental Distributing, the company that first released GHIDRAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER in America. We don't know if Continental ever said why they made the change; it may be that they felt "Ghidrah" sounded better. "Ghidorah" is Toho's official spelling, and Toho has requested that the title GHIDORAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER be used on the upcoming DVD from Classic Media.

QUESTION 73: Do you have any intentions of releasing the movie Varan The Unbelievable?

A: No, because Media Blasters released VARAN THE UNBELIEVABLE on DVD in 2005.

QUESTION 72: What are releases coming soon? What is next? My son is really into Godzilla (I\'m a proud father) and thanks you for re-releasing these classics for him to own. I\'d kind of like to see a Godzilla vs Monster Zero or something else rare. What is your take on Godzilla losing to King Kong in the movie. I, as a Godzilla fan, thought it was totally bogus.

A:Up next is the retail release of GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN and MOTHRA VS GODZILLA, and DVDs of GHIDORAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER and INVASION OF ASTRO MONSTER/MONSTER ZERO. Glad to hear your son is a big Godzilla fan; please tell him Godzilla said "hello". The original KING KONG was a major inspiration for Toho to make GOJIRA, and they were thrilled when they got a chance to make their own film with King Kong and Godzilla. Godzilla losing in the end was a way for Toho to honor Kong for his important role in creating Godzilla.

QUESTION 71: Why can't I find these in stores? Is it true that there were some issues with the DVDs? Please let the fans know in time for x-mas!

A:GOJIRA is available in stores, and retailers will start selling GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN and MOTHRA VS GODZILLA next year. You can also buy all three films right now at godzillaondvd.com. Some copies of GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN (and only GRA) had a video problem which has been fixed. Classic Media is offering free replacement GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN DVDs to godzillaondvd customers who got a faulty disc. Anyone who orders the DVD now will get the corrected DVD.

QUESTION 70: thematic changes happen when Gojira becomes Godzilla?

A: The audio commentaries on the GOJIRA DVD detail all the changes to the movie's story and themes, so give them a listen.

QUESTION 69: Hi. I am 9 years old. I am trying to get every Godzilla movie on DVD and I need a Gihdorah the 3 headed monster. Maybe can you release the Gihdorah DVD a little earlier in Japanese with Engilish subtitles? Also I was wodering if you can release Godzilla vs Megalon on DVD?

A: Hello! GHIDORAH is coming out in 2007 so hang in there. Another company owns MEGALON so we can't release it on DVD. Sorry about that.

QUESTION 68: What are the names of the different distributors you sold us rights to? I would like to get all of the movies by godzilla and not from ace video,goodtimes home videosimitar entertainment or ?Maybe? tri star. I want the distributors you actually sold the rights to.

A: Toho makes the Godzilla movies, and they sold US rights to distributors. The site is run by one of those distributors, Classic Media. Classic Media didn't sell any US Godzilla rights; we bought US rights to seven Godzilla films from Toho. Sony Pictures has 16 Godzilla movies. The other five films are split between three or four other companies.

QUESTION 67: What are the other 3 movies that you will be releasing on dvd? should I get them now or wait for the box set? I had pre-ordered them on Amazon.ca, now they are showing as delayed, whats the scoop?

A: Classic Media has released 3 of their 7 Godzilla films (see Question #3 for a list of all the Godzilla movies CM is bring to DVD). The box set won't come out until late 2007 so it's up to you whether to wait for it or get the individual DVDs as they come out. Amazon and other retailers will start selling GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN and MOTHRA VS GODZILLA next year, but you can buy them now at godzillaondvd.com.

QUESTION 66: IS EVERY GODZILLA MOVIE MADE ON DVD, AND IF SO WHERE CAN YOU GET THE THEM. I WOULD LIKE TO FILL IN THE BLANKS IN MY COLLECTION.

A: After all the Classic Media DVDs are released, 25 of the 28 Godzilla films will be on DVD in North America. You can find the DVDs in retail stores, online, or from godzillaondvd.com.

QUESTION 65: What are your plans for future releases, and will you be giving the same quality treatment to other non-godzilla toho or honda films?

A:The five remaining Godzilla films (see Question #3) and the boxed set will be released in 2007. Once the Godzilla films are done, Classic Media will follow with DVDs of Ishiro Honda's RODAN and WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS.

QUESTION 64: Which Godzilla film is the most unsuccessful? And which is the most successful? I.e. box office stats?

A: KING KONG VS GODZILLA was the most successful Godzilla film at the box office, followed by the original GOJIRA. TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA had the lowest ticket sales, but GODZILLA: FINAL WARS was probably the least successful Godzilla film because it had a very high budget and only earned back half of its production costs.

QUESTION 63: When is Godzilla vs Biollante/Godzilla vs Megalon going to be released on DVD? If not, who owns the rights?

A: HSee Question #27 for information on BIOLLANTE, and Question #34 for MEGALON.

UESTION 62: Also is Minya male or female?

A: Minya is called the SON of Godzilla, which means he's male.

QUESTION 61: So where did the Minya name come from? And why is he not called Godzilla Jr?

A: Minya is an English variation of the Japanese name "Minira", which means "Mini Gojira". Toho's official English name for the monster is Minilla, as in "Mini Godzilla". He's not called Godzilla Jr because Toho chose to name him Minira back in 1967.

QUESTION 61: So where did the Minya name come from? And why is he not called Godzilla Jr?

A: Minya is an English variation of the Japanese name "Minira", which means "Mini Gojira". Toho's official English name for the monster is Minilla, as in "Mini Godzilla". He's not called Godzilla Jr because Toho chose to name him Minira back in 1967.

QUESTION 60: I have heard that Godzilla's name is rumored to have originated from a heavy-set employee at Toho. A combination of the Japanese name for whale and dinosaur.

A: The name is a combination of gorira (Japanese for "gorilla") and kujira (whale). See Question # 8 for more details on the origins of Godzilla's name.

QUESTION 59: What was Godzilla before he was mutated?

A: In GOJIRA, Dr. Yamane theorizes that Godzilla was a hybrid of land and sea reptiles from the Age of Dinosaurs. In GODZILLA VS GHIDORAH, the pre-mutated Godzilla is shown to be a dinosaur called Godzillasaurus.

QUESTION 58: How does Godzilla keep coming back again and again after they finish him?

A: He's a movie monster, and they always come back. There have also been different Godzillas over the years and only two-the original and the one from GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH-were definitively killed, so Godzilla could always return for another film.

QUESTION 57: what happens to burning godzilla in at the end in godzilla vs destroyah

A: He died.

QUESTION 56: Is Godzilla 1985 in continuity with "Gojira"?

A: Yes. GODZILLA 1985 started the Heisei series of Godzilla movies and is a direct sequel to the original GOJIRA. The American dubbing tries to make it seem like the first Godzilla had returned, but the Japanese films like GODZILLA VS KING GHIDORAH and GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH explained that the original Godzilla had been killed by the Oxygen Destroyer in 1954 and a second Godzilla attacked Japan in 1984-85.

QUESTION 55: I have a question. It's been widely stated that Godzilla vs. Megalon was the first in the series to receive a prime-time debut on U.S. television but I seem to remember quite a big to do being made over King Kong vs. Godzilla when it was first shown, sometime in the early 70\'s I believe. I have a clear memory of there being at least on ad in T.V. Guide for the film, and seem to remember that T.V. Guide also had a small \"close-up\" article on the night of the showing, which I believe was a Saturday night. I\'ve tried to find the T.V. Guide in question with no success, so is my memory faulty, or was K.K. vs. G actually the first to get a prime-time premier? Thanks for any help.

A: As far as we know, GODZILLA VS MEGALON was the first-and only- Godzilla movie to receive a network primetime premiere. The movie was shown all across the country on NBC. Other Godzilla films were syndicated to various television stations around the country and would have played at different times (including primetime) in different markets... for example, GODZILLA KING OF THE MONSTERS was first shown in Los Angeles on KHJ-TV's "Channel 9 Movie Theater" at 5 and 11pm.

QUESTION 54: What ever happened to the proposed 3D IMAX Godzilla movie that was seeking a financial backer? Did it ever get off of the drawing board?

A: Not yet. Director Yoshimitsu Banno is still looking for financing for GODZILLA 3D TO THE MAX.

QUESTION 53: I would like to see "The Last Dinosaur" get released on DVD. It was an American/Tsurabaya coproduction. If it does get released I hope its the widescreen version (japanese laserdisc) and not the full screen American TV version.

A: THE LAST DINOSAUR was a co-production between Rankin/Bass and Tsuburaya Productions. Classic Media owns rights to Rankin/Bass programs made from 1960-1974 (CM has released DVDs of the Rankin/Bass Christmas specials and the animated KING KONG SHOW) and Warner Bros. owns everything from 1975-1989. THE LAST DINOSAUR was made in 1977, so your best bet is to contact Warner Bros. about bringing the movie out on DVD.

QUESTION 52: In most Godzilla films, Godzilla is considered gray, but in the Heisei series, his skin looks black. What is the true skin color of the Heisei Godzilla?

A: Godzilla's color changes from film to film, but is generally a dark charcoal grey. It often looks darker because of lighting, water, and other effects.

QUESTION 51: Why does everyone say that Godzilla Final Wars is the last Godzilla movie Toho will make?

A: They must have misunderstood that Toho announced they're taking a break from Godzilla for a while, not forever. In 2004, Toho president Shogo Tomiyama said, "There will be another Godzilla movie, but it may come from the next generation and be completely new... something beyond the current age."

QUESTION 50: So, Gojira is meant to be a representation of the atomic bombs which were dropped on Japan, right?

A: Godzilla can be seen as a symbol of many things, including the bomb and the horrors of war.

Q: QUESTION 49: Does anybody know if they are ever going to release War of the Gargantuas in widescreen of course to DVD?

A: When WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS comes to DVD it will be in widescreen.

QUESTION 48: Will Classic Media be releasing "War of the Gargantuas" in the future?

A: Yes.

QUESTION 47: Why does Godzilla's Revenge have so much stock footage?

A: Producer Tomoyuki Tanaka used stock footage in GODZILLA'S REVENGE to lower the budget and make sure the movie was profitable for Toho. The movie was made for children and released in Japan as part of package of kids' films, cartoons, and shorts called the Toho Champion Festival.

QUESTION 46: This question does not pertain to godzilla himself, but another kaiju that appears in Destroy all monsters Gorosaurus. Now his first debut is king kong escapes. Now keep in mind I have only seen the dubbed verison, but goro is not mentioned by name. My question is, was goro at first intended to be just a T-rex or an allosaurus in KKE, but when Destroy all monsters came around and toho was looking for kaiju suits to use in the movie and then decided to give the Dino his own name?

A: Toho consistently names all of their monsters, even if those names aren't revealed in the films. Gorosaurus is identified on the posters, print material, and theatrical trailer for KING KONG ESCAPES, so that was Toho's name for the dinosaur from the first appearance on.

QUESTION 45: How did Godzilla destroy King Ghidorah in "Godzilla VS King Ghidorah"?

A: He blasted Ghidorah with his radioactive breath and they both fell into the ocean.

QUESTION 44: How did you become a fan?

A: Most of us became fans when we first saw Godzilla movies in theaters or on TV.

QUESTION 43: In the movie godzilla vs destroyer, godzilla really defeats the oxigen destroyer?

A: In GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH, Godzilla doesn't fight the Oxygen Destroyer. His opponent is Destoroyah, a monster spawned from the Oxygen Destroyer that was used to kill the first Godzilla in 1954. Destoroyah is shot down and killed by the Japanese Self Defense Force as it attempts to flee from Godzilla.

QUESTION 42: Is there any plans to release the Heisei series films that are currently double-feature discs in their original japanese audio track, on single discs?

A: As far as we know the answer is "no", but you should ask Sony Pictures Home Entertainment since they own the Heisei Godzilla movies.

QUESTION 41: When, if ever will the powers that be release Rebirth of Mothra 3?

A: Sony Pictures owns the US rights to REBIRTH OF MOTHRA 3 so you would have to ask them. Their mailing address is 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232.

QUESTION 40: Is there any translation for the "Song of Peace"?

A: The main lyrics for Oh Peace, Oh Light, Return are "May we outlive destruction May we look to tomorrow with hope May peace and light return to us"

QUESTION 39: Will Godzilla 85 and Biollante ever come to DVD in the US?

A: See Question #27 for information.

QUESTION 38: Did Momoko Kochi (Emiko) speak English?

A: Not that we know of.

QUESTION 37: Do we have an exact date as to when more Godzilla movies will be made? I know the latest (and supposedly last) was Godzilla: Final Wars, but...

A: No exact dates because Toho has no plans to make more Godzilla movies in the near future.

QUESTION 36: will possibly be another godzilla movie in computer graphics but using the original godzilla japanese godzilla?

A: Anything is possible. Toho is taking a break for now from making Godzilla movies, so we'll have to wait and see what they come up with in the future.

QUESTION 35: Why wont they make a new Godzilla movie?

A: Toho made a new Godzilla or monster movie every year from 1991-2004 and they think it's time to take a break and focus on other kinds of movies for a while.

QUESTION 34: Do you think 'Godzilla Vs. Megalon' will get an official US release sometime in the near future? This is a personal favourite of mine and I would love to see Classic Media release a good version of it on DVD!

A: lassic Media does not have the rights to GODZILLA VS MEGALON and we haven't heard of any plans for a US release from any other distributor.

QUESTION 33: when is godzilla raids again gonna be released

A: Tovember 7.

QUESTION 32: Thanks a lot for going through a lot of trouble to get the best possible materials for these wonderful movies.

A: Thank you.

QUESTION 31: Is the movie in widescreen?

A: TThe original GOJIRA and GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN DVDs are not in widescreen because they weren't filmed in the Tohoscope widescreen format. The other Godzilla movies coming from Classic Media were shot in widescreen so they will be presented that way on DVD.

QUESTION 30: Will future DVD releases, such as Ghidrah or Monster Zero, feature the original-release American dubbing, or Toho\'s international English language versions?

A: The Classic Media DVDs will have the original American dubbing. The American version of TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA has always used an English dub created by Toho so that will be on the upcoming DVD.

QUESTION 29: What is Gojira's true height?

A: It changes from film to film, but in GOJIRA he is 50 meters (164 feet) tall.

QUESTION 28: I would like to know if the original version of Godzilla 1985 or Godzilla Returns is ever going to be released on DVD?

A: That's up to Lakeshore Entertainment.

QUESTION 27: Does Classic Media plan to release Godzilla vs Megalon on DVD in a better quality? Or maybe even Goji84 or Biolante?

A: Classic Media does not have the rights to any of those movies so we have no plans to release them. Lakeshore Entertainment owns GODZILLA 1985 and Dimension Films has GODZILLA VS BIOLLANTE so you should contact those companies and request they release the films on DVD.

QUESTION 26: If these new Godzilla DVDs sell well, are there plans to re-release every Godzilla film in the future?

A: No, because Classic Media only has the rights to the Japanese and US versions of 7 Godzilla movies (see Question #3 for a list of CM's titles). The other 21 Godzilla films are divided among 5 or 6 different companies (see Question #18).

QUESTION 25: OK i have a question about the upcoming releases in November I read the following statement off the link below My question is are are they totally off the mark in the new release mins per movie MOTHRA VS. GODZILLA US Version - 89 min / Japanese Version 177 min GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN US Version - 78 min / Japanese Version 160 thanks you and Cannot wait for all these dvd

A: The longer running time is for both versions of each movie. For example, the Japanese version of GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN runs 82 minutes and the US version is 78 minutes so the combined time is 160 minutes.

QUESTION 24: Is The Godzilla Raids Again dvd that will be released on November 7 be the original version?

A: Yes, the DVD will have both the original Japanese version with English subtitles and the dubbed US version.

QUESTION 23: Thanks for finally bringing this film to the US and giving a high quality release to boot. What other Godzilla/Japanese sc-fi films are you planning to release next?

A: You're welcome. Besides GOJIRA/GODZILLA KING OF THE MONSTERS, Classic Media will also release DVDs of GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN, MOTHRA VS GODZILLA/GODZILLA VS THE THING, GHIDORAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER, INVASION OF ASTRO MONSTER/MONSTER ZERO, ALL MONSTERS ATTACK/GODZILLA'S REVENGE, and TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA. There are plans to follow the Godzilla DVDs with Toho's RODAN and WAR OF THE GARGANTUAS.

QUESTION 22: In Godzilla Final Wars were did Minilla come from?

A: We have no idea because it's not explained in the movie or screenplay. Logic isn't much of a concern in GODZILLA: FINAL WARS.

QUESTION 21: Is Godzilla Male or Female? Or does he reproduce asexually like the American Godzilla? I think (the japenese one) is male. He just adopted Minya or Minya was his real son and godziila's dead wife laid the egg and it just laid dormant until it was attacked by the kamkiras in "Son of Godzilla"

A: Godzilla is male... that's why Toho calls him "the King of the Monsters". Minya is adopted.

QUESTION 20: In godzilla's revenge baby godzilla is grey and is the size of a kid but in godzilla vs space godzilla he is the size of a hill and he is green?

A: The grey baby Godzilla in GODZILLA'S REVENGE is called Minya (or Minilla). The reason he is so small in that movie is that the story is the dream of a little boy named Ichiro. In other movies like SON OF GODZILLA and DESTROY ALL MONSTERS Minya is much bigger. The baby in GODZILLA VS SPACE GODZILLA is not Minya. He's a different character named Little Godzilla. In GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH, Little Godzilla grows up and becomes Godzilla Jr.

QUESTION 19: Will the other 27 official Godzilla films be released in Canada as well?

A: All seven Godzilla films that Classic Media owns (see Question #3) will be released in Canada. We don't know about the other movies since they're owned by other companies.

QUESTION 18: I have decided to get all the old Showa series Godzilla movies in the 2 disc sets that have the original and American releases. I have ordered the Gojira and Godzilla Raids Again sets. i know the 2 disc set of Mothra vs. Godzilla can be ordered now, but what about a 2 disc set for King Kong vs. Godzilla? Any plans on that in the near future? I\'d like to collect in order, so I would want the King Kong vs. Godzilla set before I get the Mothra vs. Godzilla. Also, will the 2 disc releases continue? Original Mothra, Ghidorah, the Three Headed Monster, Monster Zero, Godzilla Vs. the Sea Monster, Son of Godzilla. Any plans for 2 disc sets for these?

A: Toho sold US rights for their movies to several different distributors so no one company can release all the Godzilla movies in the United States. Universal owns KING KONG VS GODZILLA, ADV Films has DESTROY ALL MONSTERS, and Sony has most of the other Godzilla movies so you would have to contact those companies about any future DVDs. Classic Media is releasing the Godzilla movies we have the licenses to in chronological order on DVD, but only GOJIRA is a 2-disc set. All the other Classic Media titles will be one disc with both the Japanese and American versions of each film plus extra features.

QUESTION 17: How did Godzilla survive from the age of the dinosaurs to 1954? Did he hidernate? Or did his species survive to 1954 and he was just the last of his kind?

A: TIn Gojira, Dr. Yamane theorizes that Godzilla lived deep in the ocean until he was disturbed by H-Bomb tests. Obviously he wasn't the least since a second Godzilla stars in GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN and a baby Godzilla was introduced in SON OF GODZILLA.

QUESTION 16: If so, do you have any idea when it will be released?

A: Fall, 07

QUESTION 15: Hello, I was wondering if you were still going to release the Box Set.

A: Yes, the DVDs will be released separately and in a 6 movie box set.

QUESTION 14: It's been announced that "G Raids Again" is going to be released 7 November. One account says "Each title will include both the original Japanese and US versions of the films." Does that mean "Gigantis the Fire Monster" with the whacky paleontologist will come with? Or does it mean subbed & dubbed versions of "G Raids Again"? Thanx

A: The DVD has the original Japanese version of GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN with English subtitles, plus the American version with the "Gigantis" dubbing.

QUESTION 13: Hello, any chance you will release other movies of gojira, like the second one and the others?, I'm promoting the release of the movie here in Mexico to let people know about it's release, thank you for releasing the movie in this most awesome dvd set.

A: We're releasing DVDs with the Japanese and US versions of 7 different Godzilla films. See Question #3 for the list of Classic Media's Godzilla movies. Thanks from plugging the DVDs in Mexico!

QUESTION 12: Hi, Will Godzilla and Godzilla: King of the Monsters be released in Canada as well?

A: Yes, on September 5.

QUESTION 11: Where were you at Comic Con? I searched everywhere and couldn't find the Godzilla sampler. My son left very disappointed. He's really looking forward to the September release.

A: There were people handing out the sampler DVDs on the convention floor and the surrounding hotels. The GOJIRA posters were available while supplies lasted at the Dark Horse booth. Sorry that your son missed out, but we're glad to hear he's excited about the DVD.

QUESTION 10: Hey, I was wondering if there was a way for me to get the Gojira promotional poster and the promo CD, via mail?

A: Sorry, but the promotional items are only available at conventions and film festivals.

QUESTION 9: how does godzilla have a son?

A: He adopts.

QUESTION 8: Rumor has it that the while the name "Gojira" was a combination between the words gorilla and kujira (Japanese for whale), there was an employee at Toho who was given that nickname BEFORE the famous monster even had a name. Is there any way to prove or disprove this rumor?

A: There have been claims that the "real" Gojira was a Toho employee who worked as a stage hand, publicist, or actor (depending on who's telling the story), but they're probably nothing but rumors. In 1998, director Ishiro Honda's wife was interviewed by the BBC and she said "The backstage boys at Toho loved to joke around with tall stories, but I don't believe that one... I expect the monster's name was thought up after very careful discussions between Mr. Tanaka, Mr. Tsuburaya and my husband."

QUESTION 7: I have been waiting for this film, and I thank you for it's release! Is there a "deleted scene where Gojira takes down a plane?

A: Not in the first movie.

QUESTION 6: I was wondering, just how similar will the subtitles be to the rialto theatrical release?

A: They're similar to Rialto's subtitles but not exactly the same since the translations were done by different people.

QUESTION 5: ill there be alternative language tracks, as with the later US DVD releases?

A: No, there will be two different versions (both Japanese and American) of each movie on the DVDs.

QUESTION 4: Will this new DVD feature subtitles that can be turned off?

A: Yes.

QUESTION 3: Will all the Shows Series from 1954 to 1975 be released by Classic Media in this same box format with both Japanese and American versions of each film?

A: Classic Media has the license in US and Canada to distribute the following Godzilla movies- GOJIRA/GODZILLA KING OF THE MONSTERS, GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN, MOTHRA VS GODZILLA/GODZILLA VS THE THING, GHIDORAH THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER, INVASION OF ASTRO MONSTER/MONSTER ZERO, ALL MONSTERS ATTACK/GODZILLA'S REVENGE, and TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA- so those are the only Godzilla titles we can release on DVD. All the Classic Media DVDs will have the American and Japanese versions and be packaged in the hardcover cases like GOJIRA.

QUESTION 2: Will there be an English translation of the original Gojira?

A: Yes, the new GOJIRA DVD has the original Japanese version with English subtitles. GODZILLA KING OF THE MONSTERS is dubbed.

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A: This is the website for the Classic Media Godzilla DVDs which are licensed and approved by Toho.

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