Japanese Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films

A Critical Analysis and Filmography of 103 Features Released in the United States, 1950–1992

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by Stuart Galbraith IV

Type

Film Reviews

Subject

Genre > Horror

Keywords

horror, Japan

Publishing date

2007

Publisher

McFarland & Co

1st publishing

1994

Language

English

Relative size

Physical desc.

Paperback • 448 pages
6 x 9 inches (15 x 23 cm)

ISBN

978-0-7864-2126-8

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Book Presentation:
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.

About the Author:
Stuart Galbraith IV lives in Kyoto, Japan.
The late R.M. Hayes was a commercial ads producer in Atlanta, Georgia.

Press Reviews:
"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.

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