40 Years of Ultraman 69
jonerik writes "The Japan Times has four articles covering the events surrounding this year's 40th anniversary celebration of the Japanese superhero Ultraman — along with Astro Boy probably the most iconic Japanese hero of the post-war era. The Ultraman...Forever article follows the history and development of the series over the last 40 years, and its appeal not only to the original generation of fans, but to the current generation, who are now the children or even grandchildren of the series' original audience. The Ultrabonding article explores this in further depth, crediting the series for strengthening the bonds between fathers and sons, both of whom grew up — or are growing up — watching the series. The Ultracollecting article looks at the toy collector side of things, and Ultrasuccess in Print interviews Tatsuya Miyanishi, the author of a series of Ultraman books — including 1996's 'Daddy is Ultraman' — which have proven popular with both young and old fans alike."
Re:Does anyone in the US care about Ultraman? (Score:4, Funny)
Ultraman & Astroboy Were Part of My Childhood (Score:0, Funny)
During the reminder of the time, my parents -- especially, my father -- either beat the shit out of me or told me what a fucking idiot that I am. I had seriously thought about suicide in 1982. I guess that my father was right: I am a loser and did not even have the guts to kill myself. I had the beer and the pills but did not have the guts to drink the concoction.
Re:Ultraman & Astroboy Were Part of My Childho (Score:0, Funny)
By the way, for those of you looking forward to Christmas, I have bad news: god does not exist. Jesus is a lie. I should know. Just look at my childhood. What kind of god would have allowed the brutality that is my father?
Re:The *other* Ultraman (Score:2, Funny)
I forget the name of the film...
Re:Ultraman & Astroboy Were Part of My Childho (Score:2, Funny)
Don't worry, most of the guys on slashdot are seriously dating themselves, too.