Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects (8.5)

Movie · 2008 · 1 h 09 min · 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.

Directed by: Norman England

Starring Alex Cox, 円谷粲, 中野昭慶, 宝田明, 土屋嘉男, 富山省吾, 小泉博, 金子修介, 三池敏夫, Akinori Takagi

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