
Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects
4.2 |
1h 9min
Released
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.

Story
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.
Directors
JR Lipartito, JR Lipartito, Yasuo Inoue,
Writers
Ed Godziszewski, Steve Ryfle, Steve Ryfle, Ed Godziszewski,
Tags
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