Gamera vs. Jiger
Gamera vs. Jiger

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Gamera vs. Jiger

1970
Movie
83 min
Japanese

When a giant stone statue on Wester Island is disturbed, the legendary monster Jiger appears and heads for Japan. Gamera tries to stop this new rival, only to be injured when Jiger lays eggs inside of him. As two boys in a submarine go on a dangerous quest inside of Gamera's body to save him, Jiger threatens the Expo '70 world's fair in Osaka.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Noriaki YuasaGenres: Science Fiction, Monster, Kaiju

Plot Summary

When a mysterious object falls to Earth, it contains an ancient tribal mask that, when worn, bestows super strength. However, the mask also awakens Jiger, a dangerous, moth-like monster with the ability to emit energy beams and control Gamera. A group of children must team up with the giant turtle Gamera to stop Jiger from destroying Tokyo and humanity.

Critical Reception

Gamera vs. Jiger is considered a typical entry in the Gamera series, offering standard kaiju action and monster battles that appeal to fans of the genre. While not critically acclaimed, it provides entertaining giant monster mayhem with its characteristic blend of action and a slightly more child-friendly focus compared to some Godzilla films of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fans appreciate the creature design and the classic Gamera vs. monster premise.

  • The film delivers expected giant monster destruction and Gamera's heroic efforts.

  • Some find the plot and special effects to be dated, even for the era.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive for fans of the Gamera franchise, highlighting the enjoyable monster battles and Gamera's role as a protector. However, some note the film's simple narrative and dated visual effects.

Fun Fact

The monster Jiger was originally intended to be a different creature, but the design was changed due to similarities with another monster from a different film.

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