Godzilla (2014)

"Reinstating Godzilla as a creature of stature and awe, this fresh Hollywood take on Japan’s iconic atomic monster may not be perfect but shows that getting overexcited about Pacific Rim was a mistake. I’m sorry, ok? Some may not be happy that Godzilla keeps the monster pummelling to a minimum, but by presenting much of the film from our puny perspective, Godzilla avoids exposing the harsh truth that watching CGI creatures beat each other up has limited entertainment value."

"Edwards seems to have miscalculated our investment in his cast."

"That rare breed of blockbuster that emphasises character over spectacle and slow-burn tension over relentless action sequences."

"A bit more human drama wouldn’t have gone amiss."

"One of the pleasures the movie offers is the thought that actors who have done splendid work elsewhere are being paid well for shouting, grimacing and spouting expository claptrap."

"Gareth Edwards's big-budget B-movie lacks a human face."

"On a second try, Hollywood does the behemoth justice. Almost."

"This Godzilla stomps but very rarely romps."