Japanese Science Fiction, Fantasy And Horror Films: A Critical Analysis and Filmography of 103 Features Released in the United States, 1950-1992 [Paperback]

Stuart Galbraith; IV (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 9, 2007 | ISBN-10: 0786421266 | ISBN-13: 978-0786421268

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.

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Excellent...entertaining...valuable --Video Watchdog

Fascinating trivia --Bare Bones

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About the Author

Stuart Galbraith IV's other books include The Japanese Filmography (1996) and Motor City Marquees (2001). He lives in Kyoto, Japan.

Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers (January 9, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786421266
• ISBN-13: 978-0786421268
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,582,862 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: Japanese Science Fiction, Fantasy And Horror Films: A Critical Analysis and Filmography of 103 Features Released in the United States, 1950-1992 (Paperback)

This book tries to combine the film history and analysis of Japanese Genre (ie - science fiction and horror) films with an analysis of their release in the United States. The author, however, doesn't quite pull off this mix. Much of the information in this book can be obtained from other sources. Useful for backing up stuff you already know, but there's no new material here that I trust.

If you're coming at the subject cold - pick a different book.
If you already know something about the subject - this will reinforce what you know but not add anything new.