TLDR;
This episode of Dub Talk News discusses the English dub of "Godzilla Singular Point," a sci-fi anime series. The hosts praise the dub's casting, script, and direction, highlighting its ability to handle complex scientific dialogue and balance serious and fun aspects. They recommend giving the show a try for its unique blend of hard sci-fi and kaiju action.
- The dub is produced by SDI Media, directed by Megan Buckles, and written by Bob Buckles.
- The hosts praise the casting choices, particularly Keith Silverstein as Goro Otaki and Griffin Puatu as Takahiro Kai.
- The show is described as a blend of hard sci-fi and kaiju action, with complex scientific concepts and a unique take on the Godzilla mythos.
Intro [0:00]
The episode begins with a comedic news segment where a weather chopper reporter encounters a giant bird, setting the stage for the main topic: Godzilla. The hosts then introduce the episode, emphasizing its focus on the English dub of "Godzilla Singular Point" and its nerdy approach to the series.
About Godzilla Singular Point [1:48]
The hosts introduce "Godzilla Singular Point," highlighting its deep understanding of mathematical physics and kaiju references. They mention that the show references godzuki and Hannah Barbera's cartoon. The series is described as a dense, post-2001 sci-fi version of Godzilla, reminiscent of science fiction movies between "2001: A Space Odyssey" and "Star Wars." The show is written by Toh EnJoe, who also wrote "Empire of Corpses," explaining the show's focus on physics. The synopsis details a 2030 setting where engineers and scientists investigate mysterious red dust and singular points, leading to the emergence of terrifying monsters, including Godzilla.
General Thoughts on the Dub [7:37]
The dub for "Godzilla Singular Point" is provided by SDI Media, with Megan Buckles as the director and Bob Buckles as the writer. The hosts praise the dub's ability to handle the show's dense and complicated dialogue, rooted in actual math and science. They commend the crew and actors for making the techno babble interesting and natural, avoiding any awkwardness or stumbling over complex concepts. The hosts also note that the dub avoids botching established quotes from literature, which was a complaint about the subtitle version.
Shiva Organization [18:35]
The hosts discuss the characters from the mysterious organization known as Shiva. The members include Michael Stephen (played by James Mathis III), Baylor "BB" Barnaby (played by Sean Chiplock), Tilda Mira (played by Barbara Goodson), and Takahiro Kai (played by Griffin Puatu). Griffin Puatu's performance as Kai is highlighted as a standout, with his sleazy and charismatic portrayal of the character. Barbara Goodson's ability to portray both a motherly and terrifying presence as Tilda Mira is also praised.
Other Supporting Characters [33:58]
The hosts discuss several supporting characters, including Shunya Sato (played by Billy Kametz), Tsunetomo Yamamoto (played by Keone Young), Goro Otaki (played by Keith Silverstein), and others. Keone Young's performance as Yamamoto is praised for his portrayal of a middle management bureaucrat. The hosts also discuss the song featured in the show, noting its Indian American singer and its sound design that makes it sound like it's from the 1930s.
Otaki Factory Crew [50:01]
The hosts discuss the characters from the Otaki Factory, including Haberu Kikuchi (played by Howard Wang), Satomi Kanahara (played by Brittany Cox), and Goro Otaki (played by Keith Silverstein). Keith Silverstein's performance as Goro Otaki is highlighted as a perfect casting choice, with his ability to portray the character as an old, cranky coot. Howard Wang's portrayal of Haberu Kikuchi is also praised for his himbo energy.
AI Programs [1:07:36]
The hosts discuss the two AI programs in the show, Yung (Jet Jaguar) (played by Kira Buckland) and Pelops II (played by Cassandra Lee Morris). Kira Buckland's ability to portray the three phases of Yung is praised, while Cassandra Lee Morris's portrayal of Pelops II is highlighted for its bright and energetic personality. The hosts also discuss the merging of Yung and Pelops II in the finale.
Main Protagonists [1:24:42]
The hosts discuss the main protagonists of the show, Mei Kamino (played by Erica Harlicker) and Yun Arikawa (played by Johnny Yong Bosch). Erica Harlicker's ability to convey complex scientific and mathematical concepts without sounding like she's tripping over herself is praised. Johnny Yong Bosch's portrayal of Yun Arikawa is also highlighted for his calm and collected demeanor.
Final Thoughts [1:37:43]
The hosts share their final thoughts on the dub and the show itself. They praise the dub's strong and consistent quality across the board, with well-cast and well-directed performances. The show is described as a unique blend of hard sci-fi and kaiju action, with complex scientific concepts and a unique take on the Godzilla mythos. The hosts recommend giving the show a try for its unique blend of hard sci-fi and kaiju action.