Japanese Monster Movies Happy Birthday, Mothra! draconicverses, July 30, 2011 Believe it or not, 50 years ago today, Japanese movie-goers were introduced to the longest lasting, if not the GREATEST, Giant Insect Monster, Mothra. American audiences would have to wait until the following May to meet Mothra and her diminutive handlers/priestesses, The Aelinas/Shobijin. Talk about longevity and popularity? Mothra is… Continue Reading
Japanese Monster Movies DVD Review – Icons Of Sci-Fi – Toho Collection draconicverses, July 20, 2011 Please note that this is a review of the DVD set, and NOT the films contained therein. On the surface, this is a GREAT package. In one fell swoop, and usually at a price below $20, you get three great Toho Special Effects films, directed by Ishiro Honda reflecting his… Continue Reading