G-Cinema Author Daniel DiManna Interview

[Panel 2, Friday 11:00 AM] Fresh off the press, G-Cinema: An Exploration and Celebration of Japan's Monster King is the NEWEST book tackling the Big G and his compatriots for their 70 years of history. Podcaster Elijah Thomas interviews author Daniel DiManna about the content of his book and the process behind crafting such a project.

Keizo Murase: The Last Monster Maker Premiere Public Showing

[Dojo Studios, Saturday 12:30 PM] Included as a bonus film for the Blu-ray release of Brush of the God, Keizo Murase: The Last Monster Maker is a one-of-a-kind English documentary that covers the life and legacy of Keizo Murase, one of the godfathers of the kaiju genre. From Godzilla and Gamera to Mothra and Ultraman, Murase helped bring generations of iconic monsters to life. In attendance will be the co-writer and director, Elijah Thomas, as well as various members of the crew. After the premiere, attendees are invited to a live Q&A exploring the making of the documentary and Keizo Murase's works.

60th Anniversary: Daimajin

[Panel 3, Friday 3:00 PM] In 1966, Daiei produced three films following the Mighty Majin of Terror! Kaiju Historians Eliajh Thomas and Danny DiManna pull back the curtain of this legendary trilogy and break down some of the hidden influences and pieces of history that are as mystic as the Majin himself.

60 Years of Ultraman

[Panel 1, Saturday 9:00 AM] This year marks the 60th anniversary of Japan's greatest superhero: Ultraman! Each week the Science Patrol and Ultraman fought a different kaiju. It was Must-See TV, and it's still going strong decades later. Come learn about how it all started.

The Film Era vs. The Digital Era

[Panel 3, Saturday 11:00 AM] A look at how the shift from film to digital changed the feel of kaiju cinema. Through side-by-side clips, we explore texture, lighting, color, and camera style to reveal the subtle craft changes that reshaped giant monster movies across generations.

Guest Interview: Kohji Moritsugu

[Panel 1, Saturday 1:00 PM]

Brush of the God

[Panel 3, Sunday 11:00 AM] Legendary tokusatsu artist Keizo Murase gifted the world with one last golden egg in the shape of the 2024 film Brush of the God. A film that features the culmination of over 50 years worth of work and a history richer than any other modern kaiju movie. Join the minds behind the NEW Blu-ray release as they discuss this important film to kaiju history.

Kaiju Conversation LIVE! 20 Years of Gamera: The Brave

[Panel 2, Sunday 12:00 PM] In 2006, Kadokawa revived the Gamera franchise for a new film. Following the critically acclaimed Gamera Heisei trilogy, this new film faced many challenges in bringing the titanic turtle to new audiences. Unfortunately, the film didn’t meet expectations and has now become Gamera’s last film. Being designated as just a footnote in the franchise. Hear from the Kaiju Conversation podcast hosts, Elijah Thomas and Jackson Gibbens, alongside fellow podcasters Gratton Conwill and Matthew Fields, as they explore Gamera: The Brave, rediscovering and reevaluating this kaiju classic!

SRS Cinema Kaiju Showcase

[Panel 3, Sunday 2:00 PM]

Ron Bonk (President of SRS Cinema) and Elijah Thomas (Bonus Feature Producer) shed some light on the work behind one of the most prolific physical media labels releasing kaiju content. Expect some insider information, tasteful teases, and exclusive announcements.