Welcome to Reel Review! This is where Zoe helps answer the question, "Should I see this?" and invites you into a deeper conversation about the story's themes and message. This episode covers a 2023 film that Zoe didn't get around to seeing till recently but it has been one of the most surprising and satisfying movie experiences she's had: Godzilla Minus One. Produced in Japan with a shockingly low budget, this film has been a massive success financially, critically, and with Godzilla fans. But Zoe, who isn't a Godzilla fan, was impressed but the deep themes and well executed human-centered storytelling... And she shares a few things to keep in mind if you want to see it too. In Reel 2, Zoe will share the cultural and historical significance of Godzilla and how that plays into this movie being unique and as successful as it is... And she may bring back another popular guest who is a massive Godzilla fan!
Reel Review
In a world where movie tickets are pricey and you could spend hours browsing streaming platforms, Zoe is here to help by giving you the nuts and bolts of a movie or TV show without the spoilers! But movies and shows are more than just mindless consumables, they’re stories that tell us something about our world and the people around us. Zoe invites you into a deeper conversation about media and how to navigate modern storytelling.
