Godzilla endures as a pop-cultural force today in part because he has come torepresent the idea that what can destroy humanity can, in turn, also liberate it.
I thought that this line was very intriguing because it gets at the generational significance of Godzilla's character. Godzilla is symbolic of bringing people together through fear and challenge. By wreaking havoc and invoking fear, this monster brought society together and allowed them to realize the importance of life and family.
the monster has been portrayed, alternately withlevity and seriousness, as both a menace and a protector.
There is juxtaposition here when talking about Godzilla being portrayed as both a menace and a protector, two completely different characteristics. I think that this is saying that many people have had different takes on Godzilla's story and there is no set take on this monster. Godzilla has been a persistent figure through generations and is a globally known name. The idea that there are many different sides and takes to the story of Godzilla shows it's persistence through culture and time.
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