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Wingard also incorporates in Easter eggs and references to the classic Toho films throughout.
I like the psychedelic, colorful vibe, he says.
Godzilla vs. Hedorah is my favorite of that series, because its the most experimental.
Its like the Easy Rider of Godzilla movies.
Hes also a big fan of 1995s Godzilla vs. Destoroyah.
I think theres a lot of good movies in that period.
Because Destoroyah summarises almost the whole history of Godzilla, in a way.
The Astro Monster, Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters, and Godzilla vs. Destoroyah.
As Wingard sees it, Godzillas success there absolutely benefits Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.
“And its just incredible to see how Godzillas just become such a cultural phenomenon right now.
Everythings kind of syncing up.
I think its a good thing, and Im really happy for [Minus One director Takashi] Yamazaki.
Hes such a great guy.
We both really hit it off the other day.
I was actually surprised how many of our influences within Godzilla are pretty consistent.
Hes a big Showa era movie fan.
He really likes Hedorah.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire opens in theaters worldwide on March 29.
Hear more from Wingard on the upcoming episode of theInside Total Film podcastthat drops later today.
