Godzilla

Godzilla is a fictional giant monster, or kaiju, originating from Japan. First appearing in the 1954 film “Godzilla” (Gojira), the character is depicted as a prehistoric reptilian creature awakened and empowered by nuclear radiation. Godzilla is typically portrayed as a massive and powerful being capable of causing widespread destruction, often attacking cities and battling other monsters. Over the years, Godzilla has become an iconic symbol of Japanese pop culture, representing themes such as the consequences of nuclear warfare, environmental destruction, and humanity’s struggle against nature. The character has starred in numerous films, television shows, comics, and video games, evolving in portrayal from a destructive force to a protector of Earth against other threats.