Is Godzilla (1998) Blu-Ray worth buying? - Blu-ray Forum

dvdking21 · 11-14-2009, 06:33 PM

I saw this at my local Walmart for about 20 dollars, I've never seen It tho, and I was just wondering If It's worth a blind buy?

P@t_Mtl · 11-14-2009, 06:42 PM

Do you enjoy the old Godzilla movies? Do you like movies with monters destroying cities with not much in way of plot and stories? Do you enjoy CGI full movies?

If yes then buy it but my point to you would be, rent it first and see what you think and then decide if it's worth your $20

banned user105 · 11-14-2009, 07:05 PM

I like how there's a "should I blind-buy?" thread for literally just about every Blu-Ray that comes out. In the coming few days we'll see them for Galaxy Quest, Gone With the Wind, Rome, The Professional, Bruno, Clerks, Chasing Amy, and more.

P@t_Mtl · 11-14-2009, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by doctorthodt

I like how there's a "should I blind-buy?" thread for literally just about every Blu-Ray that comes out. In the coming few days we'll see them for Galaxy Quest, Gone With the Wind, Rome, The Professional, Bruno, Clerks, Chasing Amy, and more.

I don't quite get this "should I blind buy" movies. You can rent them very easy and check it out and see if it's worth your money. I guess everyone is different and free to do as they wish with their money but it's something I don't quite get.

RonSwanson · 11-14-2009, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dvdking21

I saw this at my local Walmart for about 20 dollars, I've never seen It tho, and I was just wondering If It's worth a blind buy?

wait for it on a 9.99/12.99 sale at best buy. it'll likely see those sales pretty soon.

desiblu · 11-14-2009, 07:12 PM

for the audio ...YES ...video ..uh not so much

Clark Kent · 11-14-2009, 10:27 PM

The absolute biggest disappointment of my adult life in watching a movie. I went opening day as a huge Godzilla fan and almost walked out on it. A horrible movie that really has little connection to the classic Godzilla movies. Even on its own terms, a mediocre story. Basically if you have seen one of the Jurassic Park sequels, nothing will be a surprise.

Weirded Wonder · 11-14-2009, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Clark Kent

The absolute biggest disappointment of my adult life in watching a movie. I went opening day as a huge Godzilla fan and almost walked out on it. A horrible movie that really has little connection to the classic Godzilla movies. Even on its own terms, a mediocre story. Basically if you have seen one of the Jurassic Park sequels, nothing will be a surprise.

I could not agree more. I am an avid Godzilla collector and thought this movie was just terrible. Some of the older Godzilla films are bad in a good way. This film was simply awful.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 11-14-2009, 10:56 PM

Amazon has it for 16.99. I thought it was decent but I'd wait til the price drops.

Kryptonic · 11-14-2009, 10:58 PM

When it's $10 or less, I'll bite. For the audio...and that last chase scene in the movie, which is easily the best part of the film.

vegeta88 · 11-15-2009, 12:10 AM

I actually like this movie; it is entertaining and fun. I would suggest renting it as well since so many do not like it. I have it on DVD and was tempted to buy it thi week but I will wait untill it has a lower price. I would recommend watching it; it is a decent flick.

joker552 · 11-15-2009, 12:41 AM

I bought it because:
1) I like it
2) The DVD is just horrible...in terms of video quality
3) The Blu-ray fixes that VIDEO issue, obviously.
4) The audio is even BETTER, SERIOUSLY!!!
Last, but not least, it was only 16.99...phew.

Underworld54 · 11-15-2009, 01:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clark Kent

The absolute biggest disappointment of my adult life in watching a movie. I went opening day as a huge Godzilla fan and almost walked out on it. A horrible movie that really has little connection to the classic Godzilla movies. Even on its own terms, a mediocre story. Basically if you have seen one of the Jurassic Park sequels, nothing will be a surprise.

+1....couldn't agree with you more.

rafthekoala · 11-15-2009, 01:59 AM

DO NOT BUY. rent this one. I support blind buys on universally acclaimed movies.

Bodyslide · 11-15-2009, 02:14 AM

Target had it for 17.99, plus a free pass to go see 2012. Going to see 2012 tomorrow...So Godzilla really only costs 10.00.....

Kino-Chan fan · 11-15-2009, 04:48 AM

This along with Dragonball Evolution, are some of the BluRays not worth getting, not even for free.

Last Saturday I finally got to see Godzilla Final Wars; and it was good for the real deal (Gojira) take down Whimpzilla quickly.

Sussudio · 11-15-2009, 05:57 AM

I honestly wouldn't even buy this if it cost $1, but that's just me...

koontz1973 · 11-15-2009, 06:02 AM

I will buy it at some point because I liked it.

icyteddy · 11-15-2009, 06:14 AM

It depends. Although I did enjoy this movie, I won't be double dipping simply because Sony could have done a much better job of video transfer. They could have also added more special features. Most of the reviews I read is only a 3 although not bad, but also not reference quality either. However the review for the audio is superb.

But if you never owned this movie on DVD before and enjoy monster movies, then Godzilla on blu ray may be for you. Just don't watch it and expect it to be the REAL Godzilla(Gojira).

Noodleman · 11-15-2009, 06:51 AM

i also considered buying this movie as well, maybe sometime down the road when the prices drop id buy it as i enjoyed it when it first came out in theaters. Although nothing like the original godzilla series, this was pretty entertaining and the sound i bet would very nice on blu ray as well as the picture.

11-14-2009, 06:33 PM	#1
dvdking21 Member Member since:Jul 2009 Blu-ray collection:248	Is Godzilla (1998) Blu-Ray worth buying? I saw this at my local Walmart for about 20 dollars, I've never seen It tho, and I was just wondering If It's worth a blind buy?

11-15-2009, 12:41 AM	#12
joker552 Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:New York Blu-ray reviews: 3	If you like it, buy it. Simple. I bought it because: 1) I like it 2) The DVD is just horrible...in terms of video quality 3) The Blu-ray fixes that VIDEO issue, obviously. 4) The audio is even BETTER, SERIOUSLY!!! Last, but not least, it was only 16.99...phew.

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11-14-2009, 06:42 PM	#2
P@t_Mtl Blu-ray Duke Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Montreal Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:452 DVD collection:513 Trading Score:3	Do you enjoy the old Godzilla movies? Do you like movies with monters destroying cities with not much in way of plot and stories? Do you enjoy CGI full movies? If yes then buy it but my point to you would be, rent it first and see what you think and then decide if it's worth your $20

11-14-2009, 07:05 PM	#3
banned user105 Banned Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Orlando Blu-ray collection:1672	I like how there's a "should I blind-buy?" thread for literally just about every Blu-Ray that comes out. In the coming few days we'll see them for Galaxy Quest, Gone With the Wind, Rome, The Professional, Bruno, Clerks, Chasing Amy, and more.

11-14-2009, 07:12 PM	#6
desiblu Active Member Member since:Sep 2009	for the audio ...YES ...video ..uh not so much

11-14-2009, 10:27 PM	#7
Clark Kent Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Metropolis Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:184	The absolute biggest disappointment of my adult life in watching a movie. I went opening day as a huge Godzilla fan and almost walked out on it. A horrible movie that really has little connection to the classic Godzilla movies. Even on its own terms, a mediocre story. Basically if you have seen one of the Jurassic Park sequels, nothing will be a surprise.

11-14-2009, 10:56 PM	#9
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	Amazon has it for 16.99. I thought it was decent but I'd wait til the price drops.

11-14-2009, 10:58 PM	#10
Kryptonic Suspended Member since:Jul 2009 Trading Score:45	When it's $10 or less, I'll bite. For the audio...and that last chase scene in the movie, which is easily the best part of the film.

11-15-2009, 12:10 AM	#11
vegeta88 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2007 Location:CA 4K collection:94 Blu-ray collection:666 DVD collection:116 Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:1	I actually like this movie; it is entertaining and fun. I would suggest renting it as well since so many do not like it. I have it on DVD and was tempted to buy it thi week but I will wait untill it has a lower price. I would recommend watching it; it is a decent flick.

11-15-2009, 01:59 AM	#14
rafthekoala Member Member since:Dec 2008 Blu-ray collection:585	DO NOT BUY. rent this one. I support blind buys on universally acclaimed movies.

11-15-2009, 02:14 AM	#15
Bodyslide Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2009 Location:Woodstock Georgia 4K collection:91 Blu-ray collection:819 DVD collection:76 Trading Score:33	Target had it for 17.99, plus a free pass to go see 2012. Going to see 2012 tomorrow...So Godzilla really only costs 10.00.....

11-15-2009, 04:48 AM	#16
Kino-Chan fan Active Member Member since:Oct 2009 Blu-ray collection:22 Trading Score:2	This along with Dragonball Evolution, are some of the BluRays not worth getting, not even for free. Last Saturday I finally got to see Godzilla Final Wars; and it was good for the real deal (Gojira) take down Whimpzilla quickly.

11-15-2009, 05:57 AM	#17
Sussudio Blu-ray Champion Member since:Sep 2008 Blu-ray collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:11	I honestly wouldn't even buy this if it cost $1, but that's just me...

11-15-2009, 06:02 AM	#18
koontz1973 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Insane Alylum for the over achievers. Blu-ray collection:133	I will buy it at some point because I liked it.

11-15-2009, 06:14 AM	#19
icyteddy Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:San Francisco Bay Area 4K collection:58 Blu-ray collection:336 DVD collection:144 Trading Score:11	It depends. Although I did enjoy this movie, I won't be double dipping simply because Sony could have done a much better job of video transfer. They could have also added more special features. Most of the reviews I read is only a 3 although not bad, but also not reference quality either. However the review for the audio is superb. But if you never owned this movie on DVD before and enjoy monster movies, then Godzilla on blu ray may be for you. Just don't watch it and expect it to be the REAL Godzilla(Gojira).

11-15-2009, 06:51 AM	#20
Noodleman Member Member since:Oct 2009	i also considered buying this movie as well, maybe sometime down the road when the prices drop id buy it as i enjoyed it when it first came out in theaters. Although nothing like the original godzilla series, this was pretty entertaining and the sound i bet would very nice on blu ray as well as the picture.

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