38 Authentic Behind-the-Scenes Photos from Our Favorite Films

Did you know that the original Godzilla was actually a man, Haruo Nakajima, in a rubber suit? Here, we see him, perfecting his monstrous strides. A peek behind the scenes, it’s almost endearing to see him rehearsing his city-stomping routine, not in an actual metropolis, but amidst carefully crafted miniatures.

Ah, those unforgettable legs! Today, the magic of CGI conjures up monsters that send shivers down our spines with their lifelike appearance. Yet, it’s fascinating to recall that there was a time when these creatures of nightmares were portrayed by regular people, hidden under layers of makeup and prosthetics.