Widely regarded as one of the best Godzilla sequels, Mothra vs Godzilla is the second instalment in A Roaring 70th: Godzilla Film Season.

Released in 1964 as the fourth film in the developing Godzilla franchise, the film pits Godzilla against another signature monster from producers Toho: the moth monster-deity Mothra. After a typhoon washes Mothra’s egg out to sea, it comes ashore in Japan, where two cruel businessmen aim to exploit it for a theme park. Godzilla has also been swept from the sea back to Japan by the typhoon, and after causing mass destruction around Nagoya, humanity appeals to Mothra to stop Godzilla.

Featuring Godzilla’s last Showa-series (1954-1984) appearance as an out-and-out villain, Mothra vs Godzilla demonstrates the technical advances in kaijūeiga(monster films) of the time through its new iteration of Mothra. Brought to life through intricate wirework. Mothra’s feelers and antennae wriggle, the legs move about, the wings flap as if effortlessly and the head tilts in all directions – while its adversary Godzilla is leaner and meaner than ever before.

With original Godzilla (1954) director Honda Ishirō again returning, Mothra vs Godzilla is one of the most entertaining monster films of its era. It also finds time to explore serious themes, such as collective action for common survival, the need for cooperation among nations to solve challenges facing the planet, and criticism of the galloping capitalism in the wake of Japan’s postwar economic boom.

*Please note that this movie is rated 12A and is therefore not considered suitable for an audience younger than 12 years old unaccompanied.

The screenings are in Japanese with English subtitles. Duration: approx. 89 mins

Guests who are booked to attend the screening can also enjoy 10% off drinks at The Stand on their way in.

*Please note that filming and / or photography may take place at this event. Photos and footage of the event may then be used to promote Japan House London, helping more people to discover what we offer. If you have any concerns, please contact us online or contact a member of the team on site.

Booking opens on 4 October at 10:00

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