The Making of Ultraman: Rising

What followed was a monumental multiyear journey navigating extreme creative, technical, and logistical challenges from every conceivable angle. Kurosawa assembled a maverick creative coalition - from a diehard Ultraman super-fan writer to a production brain trust breaking norms to breathe new authenticity into the mythos.

Follow along as the tireless team constructs an entirely new design foundation, big screen language, and mythological context for Ultraman's otherworldly arrival amidst environmental and metaphysical cataclysms. Step behind the curtain as they conjure revolutionary visual effects wizardry that seamlessly blends practical stunts and digital artistry to render each mind-bending action sequence and transformation.

Experience the grueling physical toll and relentless determination of the elite stunt/suit teams willing to put their bodies on the line to imbue the character's otherworldly gravitas and movements with tangible force. Observe the painstaking logistical choreographies required to capture these spectacles amidst Japan's most unforgiving wilderness landscapes.

Most importantly, immerse yourself in the sheer creative audacity and intellectual passion driving every decision - from story to characters to intricate world-building details. All fueled by a fervent mission to reinvent Ultraman into a global fantasy that rings true to our present-day human realities.

Unparalleled behind-the-scenes access, candid interviews, and hundreds of stunning photography and concept illustrations take you to the frontlines of an iconic production where creativity transcended boundaries, budgets were shattered, and a massive cultural footprint was cemented.

Whether you're a lifelong devoted fan or a newcomer to the ultra-verse, "The Making of Ultraman: Rising" offers a singularly transporting look inside the big screen spectacle and artistic perseverance that transformed a cult classic into this generation's new universally beloved modern mythology.