Kaiju Unleashed: an illustrated guide to the world of strange beasts by Pryor, Shawn

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Kaiju (Japanese for 'strange creature') is a film genre that emerged in Japan in the early '50s. They center on giant monsters battling humans, machines, or other beasts. Kaiju movies were popular in the '50s and '60s but in the last decade what was once deemed a niche film category has now found its way back into mainstream culture. A perfect reference and informational book for kaiju fans and those interested in its cultural influence worldwide, Kaiju Unleashed provides a general introduction to the genre, serves as a guidebook to its film highlights, and celebrates its practitioners, trends, and stories'--Publisher's description.