The World of Digital SFX: From the Front Lines of the Hollywood Visual Revolution Author: Katsumi Arita A Japanese SFX animator, formerly a staff member of the Godzilla films and now working in Hollywood, describes the world of digital SFX (special photographic effects) based on his experiences. He depicts the actual use of computer digital processing and the reality of SFX companies in Los Angeles, comparing them with the situation on Japanese special effects sets, such as the "Godzilla" series. It also includes behind-the-scenes stories from the filming of the vs. series (Biollante, King Ghidorah, Mothra), episodes with Special Effects Director Koichi Kawakita, and technical explanations of filmmaking. As it is an older item, there are scuffs due to age, but it should be fine for reading. Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to such conditions. Please understand that this is a used item before purchasing. [Immediate purchase OK, no price reduction]