An unlikely hero defends Japan from monsters but is an outcast among its citizens.
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An outrageous portrait of a pathetic but truly unique hero: Daisato, who is entrusted with defending Japan from a host of bizarre monsters by transforming into a stocky, stick-wielding giant several stories high. But while his predecessors were national heroes, he is an outcast among the citizens he protects.
"Directed and starred in by one of Japan's most famous comedians, Hitoshi Matsumoto, this is a singular parody of the "tokusatsu" genre--productions like 'Ultraman' or 'Changeman'--which, with its false documentary style, explores the pains of maintaining traditions in a changing society. 'Big Man Japan' was nominated for Best Film at the Sitges Festival and, curiously, was selected at the Cannes Festival."