Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects

8/3/2008Released

8/3/2008Premiere
Los Angeles, California

9/9/2008Physical
Included as a bonus feature on Classic Media's DVD double feature of "Rodan" (1956) / "War of the Gargantuas" (1966).

Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects(2008)

DocumentaryRated 69 min.

A look at the unrecognized work of the talented artists and craftsmen who've maintained the tradition of Japanese special-effects. Highlighted is Yasuyuki Inoue along with various crew members who crafted meticulously detailed miniatures and risked life and limb as suit actors. All done to bring to life some of film's most iconic monsters through a distinct Japanese artform.

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Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects
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OriginJapan/United States of America

Languagesen

CompaniesHappy Enterprises Productions/Classic Media/Red Circle, Inc.

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