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On Sale: “Godzilla” #1 – 1977 Facsimile Edition from Marvel Comics

June 26, 2024 Ken Pierce Leave a comment

The Scoop: The King of the Monsters goes on the rampage in the Marvel Universe in this Facsimile representation of the first issue of the classic comic book! When Godzilla surfaces in Alaska and leaves a path of destruction, it naturally attracts the attention of Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D.! But what can they possibly do to stop a towering, fire-breathing force of nature like Godzilla? Find out in a bold adventure of the legendary kaiju by a pair of industry titans: Doug Moench and Herb Trimpe! It’s one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting GODZILLA (1977) #1.

comic book covers, marvel comics, marvel entertainment, godzilla, godzilla comics — “Godzilla” #1 (1977 Facsimile Edition)

GODZILLA #1 FACSIMILE EDITION (2024) #1: Art – Herb Trimpe; Words – Doug Moench

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PiercingMetal Thoughts: It’s without question that I will be grabbing myself a copy of this and maybe even two of them for good measure. Back when I discussed the gigantic Omnibus Edition in a post you can find HERE, I pointed out my fond memories of this particular title. As a matter of fact one should already be waiting for me at my LCS since I called in advance about it so its on my pull list. I remain hopeful for a couple of collected editions in softcover since I lean towards those over the hardcovers nowadays. What about you out there in the readership? Will you be purchasing this one? Chime in down below and I will see you next time.

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Official: https://www.godzilla.com

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Takashi Murakami Creates Monstrous Artwork to Celebrate Godzilla’s 65th Anniversary

October 24, 2019 Ken Pierce Leave a comment

We love Godzilla for sure and have been watching his movies for quite a few decades now. In the coming weeks The Big G will have his 65th Birthday and that brings me to this cool news about the famous kaiju. Check it out.

The Press Release:
Godzilla, The King of the Monsters bursts forth from the elements in a new painting from Japanese artist Takashi Murakami to celebrate Godzilla’s 65th Anniversary. The original painting will be seen for the first time at ComplexCon this weekend in Long Beach, November 2 – 3. The 11ft high painting will be on display at the Godzilla booth (E23) along with exclusive Godzilla merchandise including some lines featuring Murakami’s Godzilla artwork.

“We’re honored that an artist as iconic as Takashi Murakami has created artwork that so beautifully captures the essence of Godzilla,” said Keiji Ota, CGO (Chief Godzilla Officer) at Toho. “We’re celebrating Godzilla’s 65th anniversary starting on November 3rd and continuing throughout the year, and we couldn’t think of a better way to kick it off than with this sublime piece of art from Takashi Murakami.”

©Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd.
TM&©TOHO CO., LTD.

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Godzilla Stomps into San Diego Comic-Con for the First Time

July 16, 2019 Ken Pierce Leave a comment

Many of the attendees of the upcoming Comic Con International: San Diego are in countdown mode since the event starts in some sense tomorrow with the larger convention beginning on Thursday. I’ve shared some coolness already which you can observe via THIS LINK and now its time to share some convention plans by the one and only Godzilla. Take a look.

The Press Release:
Godzilla Stomps into San Diego Comic-Con for the First Time. The Famous Kaiju Is Celebrating the 65th Anniversary of the First Film This Year

Who: Godzilla, King of the Monsters
What: Parent company TOHO will have the first dedicated Godzilla booth at SDCC with many exciting activities including:
• A fun green screen photo booth for unique social posts (#Godzilla65)
• A live mural painting by famed Godzilla artist Shinji Nishikawa on Thursday starting at 1pm
• The actual suit used in “Godzilla 2000”
• Props from films throughout the franchise’s history
• SDCC Exclusive – 65th Anniversary 1954 Godzilla Deluxe Vinyl Figure
• Giveaways, photo opportunities and much more gargantuan fun!

When: July 17 – 21
Where: San Diego Comic Con, Booth #3535

About Toho: Toho Company, Limited, is a Japanese entertainment studio focused on the development, production, exhibition, and distribution of powerful content for motion pictures, television and theater. Founded in 1932, it remains a prominent force in bringing brands and original storytelling with versatile talents to audiences worldwide. Its subsidiaries include Toho Cinemas, the highest grossing exhibition company in Japan.

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PiercingMetal Thoughts: The more I read about the 2019 SDCC the sadder I get about not attending. I encourage our diehards to keep us in mind as they wander the floor and mention us as one of their preferred entertainment websites since the more the merrier after all. I don’t have much more to add about this subject and dare I close this post up with a rousing “Go, Go Godzilla!!!!” See you next time.

Official Links:
Website: http://www.godzilla.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godzilla_toho/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOHO_GODZILLA

Film and Television, Pop Culture

Now Playing: “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” in Theaters Everywhere (5/31/2019)

May 31, 2019 Ken Pierce Leave a comment

Yes my friends, things are about to get big in theaters everywhere as today is the day that “Godzilla: King Of The Monsters” opens. I’ve run quite a few posts relating to the film and some of the other Godzilla news over the last few months and the movie items can be examined by clicking HERE). There was also the announcement about an Official Website and a Book Store Takeover which can be examined by clicking the highlighted text. Once you’ve done all that we can continue to the Official Theatrical Poster, some premise and casting information. I’ve even included some of the other posters that I found just before release so enjoy.

Premise: The new story follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species – thought to be mere myths – rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity’s very existence hanging in the balance (thanks Wiki)
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Pop Culture, Toys and Collectibles

On Shelves: Jakks Pacific “Godzilla: King Of The Monsters” Collection

May 22, 2019 Ken Pierce Leave a comment

We are only a few short days away from the return of The Big G to the theaters of the world with “Godzilla: King Of The Monsters” and if you haven’t seen the Final Trailer or the new Official Godzilla Website yet, just click those highlighted texts to be on point. As you might have expected, a film such as this one will lead to a number of awesome toys so let’s take a look at a bunch of the “Godzilla: King Of The Monsters” items that are on shelves now from the folks at Jakks Pacific.

The most focused of our readers and Social Networking followers have already seen a bunch of these items from our visit to the 2019 Toy Fair during our Jakks Pacific appointment and I loved so many of their items and am glad that you can purchase them now for your own collections.

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