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

2008-08-03
8.4
en 69m
Documentary
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.

Director

Norman England

Additional Photography

Shu G. Momose

Translator

Mariko Godziszewski

Production Assistant

JR Lipartito

Producer

Steve Ryfle

Translator

Brad Warner

interview dvd extra documentary bonus feature tokusatsu

Status

Released

Revenue

$41,347

Countries

  • Japan
  • United States of America

Companies

  • Happy Enterprises Productions
  • Classic Media
  • Red Circle, Inc.