Uchu Kara No Messeji(1978) -

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Directed by Kinji Fukasaku with a story co-written by Shotaro Ishinomori (the creator of Kamen Rider ). Notable Cast: Vic Morrow as General Garuda. Sonny Chiba as Prince Hans. Hiroyuki Sanada (in an early breakout role) as Shiro. Etsuko Shihomi as Princess Emeralida. Uchu kara no messeji(1978)

The seeds find a ragtag group, including hot-rod space pilots, a retired general with his robot companion (Beba-2), and an exiled prince, who must unite to defeat the Gavanas forces. Uchu kara no messeji: Ginga taisen (TV Series

(released internationally as Message from Space ) is a 1978 Japanese space opera film that served as Japan's high-budget response to the global success of Star Wars . Directed by Kinji Fukasaku , known for his kinetic and gritty style, the film blended traditional Japanese folklore with futuristic sci-fi aesthetics. Film Overview Release Date: April 29, 1978 (Japan). Sonny Chiba as Prince Hans

Estimated between $5 and $6 million USD , making it the most expensive Japanese production at the time.