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

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

2008-08-03| 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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Documentary

Cast

Alex Cox

Alex Cox

Teruyoshi Nakano

Teruyoshi Nakano

Akira Takarada

Akira Takarada

Yoshio Tsuchiya

Yoshio Tsuchiya

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