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

2008·Movie
1h 9min
83
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No humor.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Nostalgic and wondrous

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wonder7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Show business

  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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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.
Japanese Special EffectsMonster MoviesKaijuMiniature SetsSuit ActorsFilmmaking HistoryBehind-the-ScenesDocumentary

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83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects?

1 h 9 min

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

What language is Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects in?

EnglishJapanese

It was made in English, with some Japanese. Produced in Japan, United States.