‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Sets Sights on Best Picture Oscar Nomination: ‘If the Possibility Is Not Zero, It’s Hard Not to Have a Little Bit of Hope’
Takashi Yamazaki’s “Godzilla Minus Zero” is being discussed as a possible Best Picture Oscar nominee after its acclaimed New York Film Festival premiere. Yamazaki said he is trying not to think about the possibility, but admitted that any chance of recognition naturally gives him hope.
The film follows “Godzilla Minus One”, which became the first Godzilla film to win an Oscar, taking Best Visual Effects in 2024. Made for $15 million with 35 artists producing 610 effects shots, its success against major Hollywood productions established Yamazaki as a serious awards contender. “Godzilla Minus Zero” is also currently predicted by Variety’s awards editor to receive a Best Visual Effects nomination, while its Best Picture prospects depend on whether voters see it as prestige filmmaking rather than simply another franchise entry.
- “Godzilla Minus Zero” is attracting Best Picture Oscar speculation.
- Its predecessor won Godzilla’s first Academy Award.
- Best Picture depends on voters embracing its prestige ambitions.