The current woman and tentacle phenomenon in Japan is a tad disturbing, but they are hardly the only ones with a strange fascination for the chick-tentacle combo. Vintage comics and movie posters are littered with this theme, and it doesn't take a degree in cognitive psychology to see the sexual subtext. And it's not just in the print media - anyone who's seen Galaxy of Terror can attest to that.
What's striking is the sheer number of times this imagery has been used. I've put together a couple of mosaics with about 50 or so examples. If you recall any movies or other examples, please share. Don't forget to click on the images to enlarge. Enjoy!
And while you scan these tentacles, how about some sounds to set the mood? Here's the radio promo for the 70s movie Tentacles, courtesy Rockin Jeff.
