MESSAGE FROM SPACE (1978) is Kinji Fukasaku's answer to STAR WARS, with a cast led by Sonny Chiba, Vic Morrow and Etsuko Shihomi.
Somewhere in a far-flung galaxy lies the planet of Jillucia. Once a peaceful utopia, it has now fallen under the control of the Gavanas Empire, a warlike race ruled by the ruthless Emperor Rocksei.
Desperate for help, the leader of the Jillucian people's attempt to find the prophesied protectors of their home world.
Boasting a sweeping score and special effects that impress to this day and the most expensive Japanese film ever made at the time of its release.
Region: B
Special Features:
- Limited edition O-card slipcase featuring new artwork by Scott Saslow
- Limited edition reversible poster
- A collector’s booklet featuring new writing on the film by Christopher Stewardson
- 1080p HD presentation on Blu-ray from a restoration of the original film elements supplied by Toei
- Original Japanese audio English dub
- Optional English subtitles
- Brand new audio commentary by Tom Mes
- An appreciation of the film by film writer Patrick Macias
- eversible sleeve featuring original poster artwork
- Stills gallery
- Trailers
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