Turns out that black mark on Norikos neck could have dire consequences.

Director Takashi Yamazaki shed some light onGodzilla Minus Onesending.

What Are G-Cells in Godzilla Minus One?

Godzilla Minus One ending scenes

Takashi Yamazaki, director ofGodzilla Minus One, attended the event.

Yamazaki was asked about the true nature ofthe black mark on Noriko Oishis neckat the end ofMinus One.

The moderator asked the filmmaker if those marks were G-cells, aka Godzilla Cells.

Noriko and Shikishima in Godzilla Minus One

Yamazaki confirmed they were (viaSponichi).

But what are G-cells?

G-cells were first introduced into the long-lived franchise in 1989 with the filmGodzilla vs. Biollante.

Noriko’s black mark in Godzilla Minus One

The cells possess unique regenerative properties and have been used in pastGodzillafilms for scientific research.

Biollante herself was accidentally spawned from a hybrid of G-cells, a rose, and human DNA.

The human in question was the daughter of Biollantes inadvertent creator.

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Bad News for Noriko Oishi?

Noriko Oishi ofGodzilla Minus Oneis the first human in the franchise’s history to become infected with G-cells.

This could explain how she survived the attack on Ginza in the film.

Godzilla Minus One Sequel Prospects: Will It Ever Release?

Or the presence of G-cells in her body might do that all by itself.

Of course, these plot points would hinge onGodzilla Minus Onegetting a sequel.

The movie concluded with an emotional reunion between Noriko, Shikishima, and little Akiko.

Godzilla Minus One Sequel Hype Reaches New Heights Following Surprise Netflix Announcement

Takashi Yamazaki previously hintedthat a follow-up to the film could potentially bring unpleasant developments for its main characters.

Perhaps the loss of Noriko is exactly what he meant.

Godzilla Minus Oneis now streaming onNetflix.

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