The Retro Science Fiction Adventures box sets each feature a wind-up walking metal robot (almost 9" tall!) And 6 Retro Sci-Fi DVDs, all packaged in a black lacquered wooden storage box with clear plastic sliding front.
This box set includes:
Attack From Space DVD
Starring: Ken Utsui, Sachihiro Ohsawa & Junko Ikeuchi
Music by: Chumei Watanabe
Directed by: Teruo Ishii, Akira Mitsuwa & Koreyoshi Akasaka
Screenplay by: Ichiro Miyagawa
Run Time: 76 minutes
Number of Discs: 1
Originally Released in 1965
Black & White
An alien fleet orbits Earth, targeting it for conquest. Mankind is defenseless against the threat of extraterrestrial invasion, but a powerful ally is determined to prevent the impending assault. Sent by the peaceful planet Emerald, Starman possesses the knowledge, strength and bravery necessary to stop the aliens. Discovering a conspiracy involving Earth's top scientists, Starman must race against time to uncover the traitors and prevent a war that will shake the foundations of the universe. Originating as two episodes of Japanese television series "Super Giant," "Attack From Space" combines the outlandish visuals of contemporary kaiju films with the steadfast heroics of the Superman television series.
The Day The Sky Exploded DVD
Starring: Paul Hubschmid
Produced by: Guido Giambartolomei
Original story by: Virgilio Sabel
Directed by: Paolo Heusch
Screenplay by: Marcello Coscia & Sandro Continenza
Run Time: 82 minutes
Number of Discs: 1
Originally Released in 1958
Black & White
The history-making launch of the first man into space takes an unexpected turn when Astronaut McLaren (Paul Hubschmid) is forced to eject from his ship, leaving the rocket on an uncontrolled journey into the cosmos. Soon there are mysterious occurrences on Earth, including a disturbing bright sphere surrounded by a halo in the sky. The renegade rocket has generated a cataclysmic chain reaction. A vast field of meteorites is hurtling on a collision course with Earth, causing tidal waves and intense heat igniting a global inferno. In a desperate attempt to stop the killer-meteor bombardment, the governments of the world launch their defensive atomic missiles to combat the plummeting asteroids, culminating in catastrophic events that test the fate of humanity.
The Phantom Planet DVD
Starring: Dean Fredericks & Coleen Gray
Produced by: Fred Gebhardt
Cinematography by: Elwood J. Nicholson
Directed by: William Marshall
Screenplay by: William Telaak, Fred Gebhardt & Fred De Gorter
Music Supervisor Gordon Zahler
Director Of Photographic Efffects Louis Dewitt
Run Time: 82 minutes
Number of Discs: 1
Originally Released in 1961
Black & White
American rockets disappear with no explanation, each reporting a mysterious asteroid moments before vanishing. Captain Frank Chapman, sent to find the missing astronauts, loses control of his ship and crashes on the planetoid. When he recovers from the impact he discovers he has shrunk to the size of an insect. The asteroid turns out to be populated by a race of miniature people, the Rehtons, who enslave the captain in order to protect their secret. He becomes entangled in the struggle against the Solarites, inhuman creatures intent on destroying the Rehton civilization. As the alien assaults intensify, Chapman is torn between his love for a beautiful space woman and his desire to return to Earth. During a final spectacular battle with an escaped Solarite monster, the captain makes a noble sacrifice for the good of both worlds.
Rocky Jones, Space Ranger - Beyond The Moon (Plus Two Bonus Max Fleischer-Animated "Superman" Episodes) (Classic TV Series) DVD
Starring: Richard Crane & Sally Mansfield
Directed by: Hollingsworth Morse
Screenplay by: Warren Wilson
Run Time: 95 minutes
Number of Discs: 1
Originally Released in 1953
Black & White
A shocking announcement comes from the furthest reaches of space - Professor Newton has turned traitor, joining forces with the renegade planet Officius. Vena Ray, an interplanetary translator, arrives at the Headquarters for Space Affairs with news that the Professor has in fact been brainwashed and is being kept against his will. Rocky Jones sets off to free Newton and Vena demands to come along. Rocky thinks the mission is too dangerous for a woman, but when the evil Officiuns unleash their brainwashing powers on the Space Rangers, Vena is their only hope for escape. Rocky Jones, Space Ranger originally aired on American television between 1953 and 1955, and was later reedited into feature length adventures. "Beyond the Moon" was the debut feature for the outer-space explorers.
Voyage To The Planet Of Prehistoric Women DVD
Starring: Mamie Van Doren
Directed by: Derek Thomas (peter Bogdanovich)
Narrated by Peter Bogdanovich
Run Time: 79 minutes
Number of Discs: 1
Originally Released in 1967
Color
A team of astronauts are stranded when they crash land on Venus. The mysterious planet holds many perils for the crew, who are assaulted by prehistoric creatures and bewitching alien women. The Venusian sirens are enraged when the astronauts kill their god, a terrible flying beast, and vow to destroy the invaders. Turning their fury against the explorers, the beautiful aliens call upon the deadly powers of their ancient gods. As the planet is engulfed in lava and assaulted by storms, the Earthlings must find a way to escape Venus and prevent their ultimate destruction. Roger Corman hired Peter Bogdanovich to film scenes of Mamie Van Doren which were paired with groundbreaking special effects taken from the Russian film "Planeta Burg." "Voyage to the Planet of Prehistoric Women" was Bodganovich's directoral debut and also featured him as narrator. Corman had previously utilized footage from "Planeta Burg" in 1965's "Voyage to the Prehistoric Planet."
Warning From Space DVD
Starring: Mamie Van Doren
Directed by: Derek Thomas (peter Bogdanovich)
Narrated by Peter Bogdanovich
Run Time: 79 minutes
Number of Discs: 1
Originally Released in 1967
Color
A team of astronauts are stranded when they crash land on Venus. The mysterious planet holds many perils for the crew, who are assaulted by prehistoric creatures and bewitching alien women. The Venusian sirens are enraged when the astronauts kill their god, a terrible flying beast, and vow to destroy the invaders. Turning their fury against the explorers, the beautiful aliens call upon the deadly powers of their ancient gods. As the planet is engulfed in lava and assaulted by storms, the Earthlings must find a way to escape Venus and prevent their ultimate destruction.
Roger Corman hired Peter Bogdanovich to film scenes of Mamie Van Doren which were paired with groundbreaking special effects taken from the Russian film "Planeta Burg." "Voyage to the Planet of Prehistoric Women" was Bodganovich's directoral debut and also featured him as narrator. Corman had previously utilized footage from "Planeta Burg" in 1965's "Voyage to the Prehistoric Planet."
Retro Sci-fi DVD Box Set Volume #3 With Tin Robot
Animation & Superheroes
