The Science Fiction Gallery - Japanese Monster Movies
Japanese Monster Movies
Aside from Godzilla (the most famous of Japanese Monsters, right?) what
else do we need to talk about here? You tell us by leaving us a
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Godzilla
Godzilla, a very large reptilian creature first appeared in films over 20
years ago. The creature at the time was thought to be evil, but over time we
have seen a shift in the presentation, with Godzilla now being sort of a folk
hero. Is Godzilla evil or benign? You tell us.
Some of Godzilla's opponents have been pretty tough and stars in their own
right. Can you name some? Here are a couple to get you started. As we
see more in fan's replies we'll add 'em:
- Mothra
- The Sea Monster
- The Smog Monster
- Gigan
- Monster Zero (a three headed dragonlike creature)
- MechaGodzilla
- Rodan
- King Kong
Note too that there was a reprise of the Godzilla movie in 1985 which
also brought back Raymond Burr in his role as a reporter caught up in
the happenings (Burr was also in the original film).
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