Japanese Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films - by Stuart Galbraith (Paperback)
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Highlights
- This is a detailed analysis of 103 Japanese science fiction, horror and fantasy feature films released theatrically or directly to television in the United States from 1950 through 1992.
- About the Author: Stuart Galbraith IV lives in Kyoto, Japan.
- 448 Pages
- Performing Arts, Film
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About the Book
This is a detailed analysis of 103 Japanese science fiction, horror and fantasy feature films released theatrically or directly to television in the United States from 1950 through 1992. Each entry provides a plot synopsis, critique, background on the production, contemporary review quotes, and a comparison between the U.S. and Japanese versions. The filmography is arranged by studio and includes American and Japanese titles, release dates and releasing studios; comprehensive production and cast credits; running time; U.S. rating (when appropriate); and alternate titles.Book Synopsis
This is a detailed analysis of 103 Japanese science fiction, horror and fantasy feature films released theatrically or directly to television in the United States from 1950 through 1992. Each entry provides a plot synopsis, critique, background on the production, contemporary review quotes, and a comparison between the U.S. and Japanese versions. The filmography is arranged by studio and includes American and Japanese titles, release dates and releasing studios; comprehensive production and cast credits; running time; U.S. rating (when appropriate); and alternate titles.
Review Quotes
"excellent...entertaining...valuable"-Video Watchdog; "fascinating trivia"-bare-bones; "research is impressive"-C&RL News; "fun read...labor of love"-Midnight Marquee; "comprehensive...extensive...valuable...intelligent, well-researched...entertaining"-Samhain; "enthusiastic"-Fantasy and Horror.
About the Author
Stuart Galbraith IV lives in Kyoto, Japan. The late R.M. Hayes was a commercial ads producer in Atlanta, Georgia.Dimensions (Overall): 8.98 Inches (H) x 6.42 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.34 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 448
Genre: Performing Arts
Sub-Genre: Film
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Theme: History & Criticism
Format: Paperback
Author: Stuart Galbraith
Language: English
Street Date: January 23, 2007
TCIN: 87375156
UPC: 9780786421268
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-6785
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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