The Big Book of Japanese Giant Monster Movies Vol. 1: 1954-1982: Revised and Expanded 2nd Edition - Paperback

The Big Book of Japanese Giant Monster Movies Vol. 1: 1954-1982 - Revised and Expanded 2nd Edition

This revised and expanded second edition delivers the most comprehensive coverage of Japanese giant monster cinema from its golden age. Spanning nearly three decades of kaiju filmmaking, this reference guide examines the films that defined a genre and captivated audiences worldwide.

Expanded Coverage of Japanese Kaiju Cinema

The second edition adds over 25 new films to the original volume, providing deeper insight into the tokusatsu genre. Coverage includes Warning from Space (1956), Half Human (1957), The Birth of Japan (1959), The Whale God (1962), The Lost World of Sinbad (1963), Great Yokai War (1968), Voyage Into Space (1970), Submersion of Japan (1973), 6 Ultra Brothers vs. the Monster Army (1974), The Bermuda Depths (1978), and Attack of the Super Monsters (1982).

Complete Series Analysis

This film encyclopedia provides enhanced entries for the complete Godzilla, Gamera, and Daimajin series from 1954 through 1982. Each entry includes newly researched trivia and production information, offering collectors and enthusiasts unprecedented detail about these iconic monster movies.

Essential Reference for Film Historians and Collectors

Written by John Lemay and Neil Riebe, this paperback guide serves as an authoritative resource for Japanese cinema scholars, cult film enthusiasts, and movie collectors. The book documents the evolution of giant monster films during their most influential period, from the original Godzilla through the early 1980s.

What's Inside

The guide covers the complete spectrum of 1950s-1980s Japanese giant monster cinema, including major studio productions and lesser-known tokusatsu films. Each entry provides film criticism, production context, and reference material that makes this an indispensable addition to any film library.

Published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, this expanded edition represents years of research into one of cinema's most distinctive genres. Whether you're a dedicated Godzilla fan, a student of Japanese cinema, or a collector of cult films, this volume provides the depth and breadth of coverage that serious enthusiasts demand.