The Daily Beasts
For theme projects (like #Kaijuly, #Mocktoberfest, and #SeasonsBeatings—for example),
a new film/show is profiled every day by a different writer.
Number 16 — GAMERA: GUARDIAN OF THE UNIVERSE
A revamped Gamera brings a new era and attitude to the Tokusatsu franchise.
GAMERA 3: REVENGE OF IRIS (1999)
How an oft-overshadowed kaiju manages to steal the spotlight, if only for a moment.
GAMERA THE BRAVE (2006)
Gamera returns to more family friendly ways with GAMERA THE BRAVE. The latest reboot still packs a lot of fun, fights, and feelings—making it akin to an ‘80s Amblin Kaiju film.
GAMERA VS. GYAOS (1967)
Kiley Fox reveals how GAMERA VS. GYAOS’ giant flying space turtle of death that is a friend to children everywhere is closely linked to classic Asian folklore.