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JAPAN · 1962

King Kong vs. Godzilla

Ishirō Honda
media exploitation corporate greed nature versus civilization spectacle and sensationalism monster mythology
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Synopsis

The advertising director of Pacific Pharmaceuticals, frustrated with the low ratings of their sponsored TV program, seeks a more sensationalist approach. He orders his staff to Faro Island to capture King Kong for exploitation. As Godzilla re-emerges, a media frenzy generates with Pacific looking to capitalize off of the ultimate battle.

Year1962
CountryJapan
DirectorIshirō Honda
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