Program Note
An inspiring film that shows us “the huge potential” of a master who would later lead Japanese science fiction. Inspired by Star Wars a year earlier, the director, along with fellow members of the “Fantastic Film Kids” in Seikei Senior High School Film Research Society, who were getting noticed for their various genre endeavors, created a short film that could be considered a science fiction blockbuster of the time. The witty “handmade” special effects, using the characteristics of 8mm film, are also a highlight. (HONG Sanghyun)