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

August 03, 2008 | 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

Naomi Scott

宝田明

Naomi Scott

土屋嘉男

Naomi Scott

小泉博

Naomi Scott

Akinori Takagi

Naomi Scott

中島春雄

Naomi Scott

薩摩剣八郎

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