'KING KONG APPEARS IN EDO 1938 Movie Poster' This title refers to a promotional poster for the 1933 film 'King Kong,' which was released in Japan in 1938 under the title 'Edo no Kongo-Kingu.' The poster depicts the famous giant ape, King Kong, amidst the backdrop of Tokyo's historical Edo period architecture. The movie poster is significant as it showcases the cultural integration of western films, particularly those featuring iconic characters like King Kong, into Japanese popular culture during this time. The poster serves as a visual artifact, offering insights into the cinematic history of both Japan and the United States in the early 20th century.