This is another magnificent recreation from Red Menace, bringing us a nearly pristine copy of the AIP version to cherish for years to come. From the rock-steady title cards to the pin-sharp end titles, the entire presentation exceeds a normal restoration. The presentation is technically flawless, with pleasing contrasts, pure colours and clear audio. I can’t imagine an official release, using a scan of any original AIP prints, could ever match nor surpass it.

I came in late, only seeking out Godzilla films since they started being released on Blu-ray in the U.S. and thus have only ever seen those versions. I have no sentimental attachments to the old US versions, but find myself enjoying this and the G84 recreations even more than the originals. On principle I prefer uncut original language versions but, with these two Godzilla films at least, the dumbed down editing and the gung-ho dubbing seems to fit very well, making them more accessible to me as a “casual” viewer.

My small contribution to these projects have been the custom covers. They were meant to complement the vintage of the actual films and so far have been received very well. They are my way of showing support for the continuing efforts of Red Menace, and to express my gratitude for sharing his final results with us.