Shintaro Kago Gives A Rare English Video Interview
by Tito W. James
Shintaro Kago is easily one of the most unique manga creators working today. Known for his work in the controversial Ero Guro (Erotic and Grotesque) genre, his manga explores themes of horror, surrealism, and erotica. Fortunately for fans of the strange and absurd, many of Kago’s best stories have been translated into English, including Brain Damage, The Princess of the Never-Ending Castle, Super-Dimensional Love Gun, and Dementia 21. Kago rarely gives interviews; that’s why it was such a pleasant surprise to see the Master of Ero Guro on The Direct Edition Podcast. The host and Kago discuss how Monty Python influenced him and a possible future collaboration with Peach Momoko. It’s wonderful to see the Ero Guro genre getting the critical analysis it deserves.
