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

84 %|Aug 3, 2008|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.

Featured Crew

Norman England
Director
JR Lipartito
Production Assistant
Oki Miyano
Translator
Brad Warner
Translator
Takao Kawashima
Production Assistant
Lisa Bull
Executive Producer
Joko Mizukami
Production Manager
JR Lipartito
Camera Operator