Gamera’s back, just in time to save Japan from Gaos, a bat-like creature awakened by a volcanic eruption. As in the first movie, a young boy establishes an emotional link with Gamera, and the two work together, with the help of the world’s scientists, to put an end to Gaos’ violent rampage.

Franchise originating director Noriaki Yuasa returns for this third entry in the Gamera series, which comes bearing the marvellous subtitle “Giant Monster Dogfight.” With terrific VFX miniatures from Kazufumi Fujii, the pursuit of a younger audience meant one thing: less chat, more monster mayhem.