The 6th Super Giant film. Although he was believed to be destroyed by the Nazi-like army, Super Giant breaks into the satellite, and a long, riotous battle ensues. (Part 2 of 2)
Practical Effects
Glorious miniature satellite sets that wobble with charm
Costume
Super Giant's iconic bulletproof tights and cape combo
Direction
Teruo Ishii's breakneck genre-mashing energy

Director
Teruo Ishii
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Super Giant (Starman in US dubs) was Japan's first serialized cinematic superhero, rushed out to capitalize on the 1957 Sputnik panic and superhero boom.
Teruo Ishii later became infamous for exploitative yakuza films; this was his wholesome phase. Ken Utsui reportedly hated the role but needed the paycheck.
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