Tag Archives: Honda Ishirō

Rodan (1956)

“The Pteranodon is the largest flying species recorded in our history. According to the computer calculation from its egg-shell, this one – we named it ‘Rodan’ – has a 270-foot wing-span…”   [Original title: Sora No Daikaiju Radon (Giant Sky … Continue reading

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Half Human (1958)

“It is my belief that this species is one-half animal…and half-human!”   [aka Half Human: The Story Of The Abominable Snowman] Director:  Honda Ishirō and Kenneth G. Crane Starring:  John Carradine, Russell Thorson, Robert Karnes, Morris Ankrum, Kōchi Momoko, Takarada … Continue reading

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Gojira (1954)

“I cannot believe that Godzilla was the only surviving member of its species. If we keep conducting nuclear tests, it is possible that another Godzilla might appear…somewhere in the world…”   Director:  Honda Ishirō Starring:  Takarada Akira, Kochi Momoko, Hirata … Continue reading

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