G-Fest Panel Presentation | How Godzilla Became King of the Monsters: Context and Analysis of Terry O. Morse's 1956 Film Live from G-Fest! We evaluate the American cut of Godzilla, including its connections to film noir, intertextuality, and film theory. But that's not all! Beth reveals newly published material about dancer and actor, Amy Iwanabe, … Continue reading Godzilla: King of the Monsters (1956) | Live Podcast from G-Fest 2026
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Linda Miller, Star of King Kong Escapes: An Interview
Linda Miller reflects on King Kong Escapes, The Green Slime, Ishiro Honda and more Linda Miller, star of King Kong Escapes, shares memories of working with Ishiro Honda, her friendship with Akira Takarada, and acting with Kong himself! Plus on-set shenanigans, her favorite Toho films, and livin' the convention life. And you know we've got … Continue reading Linda Miller, Star of King Kong Escapes: An Interview
’50s Sci-Fi & New Patreon Perks
Dear readers, Vincent here, your producer and cohost of Camp Kaiju: Monster Movie Podcast. I wanted to share with you everything we have happening over on Patreon. Additional videos, reviews, merchandise and more. The podcast has grow a lot in 2025 and we want to build momentum going into 2026. But you know what? We … Continue reading ’50s Sci-Fi & New Patreon Perks
King Kong Lives (1986) Movie Review | Podcast
He lives! He loves! He definitely does not laugh - his heart just won't take it! After receiving a new heart, the King finds a queen to fill it... Lady Kong... and together the big apes must survive everything from tank battles to drunken rednecks. But will Kong and his love make it? Will they … Continue reading King Kong Lives (1986) Movie Review | Podcast
Space Amoeba (1970) Movie Review | Podcast
An evil alien plots to take over the world by mind-controlling giant sea creatures. Squids, turtles, and even a lobster! No Godzilla, but still plenty of kaiju mayhem from Ishiro Honda, who gives it his all. But does he pull it off? Or will we be opening our bags of melted butter? https://media.rss.com/camp-kaiju-monster-movie-podcast/feed.xml Plus, we … Continue reading Space Amoeba (1970) Movie Review | Podcast
Jaws 2 (1978) Movie Review | Podcast
Wait, there's another shark? You better believe it! Because the town won't... again... So it's up to Chief Brody to shoot guns, fry fish, and save the day! Climb aboard our lil' sailboat as we discuss the troubled production - fired directors, actors' egos, rough seas - and ask, is this a poor Jaws sequel OR … Continue reading Jaws 2 (1978) Movie Review | Podcast
Congo (1995) Movie Review | Podcast
Amy talks, slurps martinis, and just wants to go home. Oh, she's also a gorilla. Behold a movie from the team behind Jurassic Park (well, except for that Steven guy) that begs us to consider who would win: a hundred gorillas or Laura Linney with a laser gun? Don't let Amy drink alone as we … Continue reading Congo (1995) Movie Review | Podcast
Ebirah, Horror of the Deep (1966) Movie Review | Podcast
Godzilla's on island time until Ebirah and Mothra crash the party, while a terrorist organization enslaves Infant Island natives for their nefarious plans. But before things get too serious, the jazz music, teen dance marathons, and wise-cracking safecrackers will keep this breezy flick rockin' and rollin'. Plus, discussions on director Jun Fukuda and the film's hidden … Continue reading Ebirah, Horror of the Deep (1966) Movie Review | Podcast
Gamera, the Giant Monster (1965) Movie Review | Podcast
The debut of that other Big G - the brave, the super, the INVINCIBLE - Gamera! And that's with one "M", before you forget and wind up on the roasting end of his fire breath. Or maybe you'd prefer the Toshio approach to certain death: ignore every warning and run straight toward the rampaging kaiju. … Continue reading Gamera, the Giant Monster (1965) Movie Review | Podcast
Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992) Movie Review | Podcast
It's a kaiju smackdown with Mothra protecting the earth and Godzilla doing what he does best - causing trouble. Enjoy this Heisei flick featuring a beautiful Ifukube score, the delightful Cosmos, and the villainous Battra. It's MOTHRA MARCH MADNESS ya'll! Plus, some extra material from Dracula's Daughter with Naomi, and Peter Lorre's review of King … Continue reading Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992) Movie Review | Podcast