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Uchu kara no messeji: Ginga taisen (TV Series 1978– ) - News

(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). Uchu kara no messeji(1978)

While often dismissed as a Star Wars "rip-off," the film is praised by cult cinema fans for its energy and unique visual flair, such as space-faring sailing ships and bizarre villain designs. It is a reimagining of the 19th-century Japanese epic Nansō Satomi Hakkenden (The Eight Dog Chronicles), which adds a layer of classical mythology to the sci-fi setting. Spin-offs Uchu kara no messeji: Ginga taisen (TV Series

Uchu kara no messeji: Ginga taisen (TV Series 1978– ) - News - IMDb. While often dismissed as a Star Wars "rip-off,"