Transnational Kaiju by Steven Rawle (Paperback Book)

Name: Transnational Kaiju by Steven Rawle (Paperback Book)
Brand: Edinburgh University Press

Edinburgh University Press

From relatively humble beginnings in a King Kong-inspired Japanese studio picture, the kaiju eiga has developed into a global genre. While the origins of giant kaiju \u2013 the term often preferred to \u2018monster\u2019 \u2013 remain firmly rooted in Japan, the figure has become a transnational spectacle. This book explores how kaiju went global, from the adoption of Godzilla movies in translation to the appropriation of cultural material across borders. With reference to the genre\u2019s global development, its exploitative Western circulation and the labour of fans, the book examines how genres with deep national roots can become transnational phenomena.\n\nTransnational Kaiju\nExploitation, Globalisation and Cult Monster Movies\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note that the price advertised is as low as we can go, we do not accept offers.\n\nFrom relatively humble beginnings in a;