Metro Cinema Society: Godzilla at the Garneau!

Godzilla at the Garneau!

After a long absence, Godzilla comes roaring back to Metro's big screen. Metro Cinema is pleased to present two films (one never before seen on Edmonton screens) from the twenty eight that comprise the series. Hero, villain, or force of nature, Godzilla is one of the most popular characters ever created. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see Godzilla as the directors intended! Local Godzilla historian and Grant MacEwan University professor Mike Perschon will be giving lectures on each of the two films before the Tuesday screenings.

Co-presented with On Spec

Godzilla: King Kong vs Godzilla

Director: Ishirô Honda

Japan / USA 1963, 99 min, 35mm

Nov 3 (2012) @ 4:30pm
Nov 6 (2012) @ 7pm
Nov 8 (2012) @ 9pm

After the sombre tone of the first two Godzilla films, Toho took the series in a more "family friendly" direction. _King Kong vs. Godzilla_ is pure schlocky monster movie fun at it’s finest. As Godzilla once again heads towards towards... view more

Godzilla: Godzilla, Mothra & King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack

Director: Shûsuke Kaneko

Japan 2001, 105 min, Digital

Nov 10 (2012) @ 4:30pm
Nov 13 (2012) @ 7pm
Nov 15 (2012) @ 9pm

Widely considered one of the best of the series, this "reboot" finds Godzilla returning to his villainous roots. With a complex plot and top notch special effects, this is a must see film for true Godzilla fans. Set in 2004,... view more