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· Ryan General
A new study published in JMIR Serious Games in August has found that watching Studio Ghibli films or playing “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” can measurably improve happiness in young adults. Conducted by researchers from Imperial College London, Kyushu Sangyo…
· Ryan General
Studio Ghibli’s acclaimed animated film, “Grave of the Fireflies,” is set to make its Netflix debut on Sept. 16. Directed by the legendary Isao Takahata, the heart-wrenching tale of war orphans will be available in over 190 countries, expanding Netflix’s extensive collection of…
· Michelle De Pacina
In a survey by Japanese firms Nexer and Hachimenroppi, 500 participants ranked Studio Ghibli films based on how appetizing their food scenes are. “Castle in the Sky” topped the list due to Pazu’s memorable creation of “Laputa bread,” featuring fried eggs on toast, with “Spirited…
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli is set to release an English version of its art book that shows how Hayao Miyazaki and his company created their movies’ vibrant structures and landscape. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Hayao Miyazaki’s classic anime “Panda! Go Panda! Rainy Day Circus” is set to return for a one-night special screening at a theater in Tokyo next week. Key points:
· Carl Samson
Local and foreign tourists are reportedly flocking to a rural Japanese village to see a cedar tree that looks like Totoro from the Studio Ghibli film “My Neighbor Totoro.” Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Oscar-winner “The Boy and the Heron” is set to become Studio Ghibli’s first movie to be released in 4K Ultra HD (UHD) as distributors unveiled the release date for its digital and physical copies. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Japanese animation firm Studio Ghibli has become the first group to ever receive the Cannes Film Festival’s prestigious Honorary Palme d’Or, an award typically reserved for individuals. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
American film distributor GKids has revealed the complete lineup and schedule for the upcoming Studio Ghibli Fest 2024. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi will be heading to San Francisco in September to perform with the San Francisco Symphony at Davies Symphony Hall. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-winning animated film “The Boy and the Heron” will be available to stream on Max. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli has released a video to promote the much-anticipated opening of the Valley of Witches, the final area of the park that is set to welcome visitors next month. Hyping the fans: The 15-second clip uploaded to YouTube on Tuesday was created by Akihiko Yamashita, who…
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli is set to release a cookbook featuring some of the mouthwatering dishes featured in its classic movie “Kiki’s Delivery Service.” What’s in it: The cookbook, titled “Ghibli’s Dining Table Children’s Cooking Picture Book — Kiki’s Delivery Service,” will highlight…
· Bryan Ke
Leonardo DiCaprio recently revealed he brought Martin Scorsese into the world of Studio Ghibli. How it happened: DiCaprio, 49 and Scorsese, 81, recently sat down for a virtual interview with Letterboxd to discuss films that influenced the projects they had done together. When…
· Ryan General
Fans of Studio Ghibli are rallying against artificial intelligence (AI) images of the iconic anime film “Spirited Away” that recently went viral online. About the anime: “Spirited Away” is a 2001 animated fantasy film written and directed by legendary Japanese filmmaker Hayao…
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli’s “The Boy and the Heron” led the weekend U.S. box office with a record-breaking opening of $12.8 million. Making history: Released on Dec. 8, “The Boy and the Heron” made history as the first original anime film to top the domestic box office. It also became Hayao…
· Michelle De Pacina
Studio Ghibli has secured its long-term future through an acquisition by Japanese network Nippon TV. About the acquisition: On Thursday, the two companies agreed that Nippon TV will become the largest shareholder of Studio Ghibli with a 42.3% stake. The network has committed to…
· Editorial Staff
Renowned filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, the creative genius behind Studio Ghibli’s most iconic films, may not be hanging up his director’s hat just yet, despite earlier indications that “The Boy and the Heron” would be his final masterpiece. Déjà vu: Miyazaki‘s history of retirement…
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli has released the official teaser trailer for its latest film, “The Boy and the Heron,” and finally announced the movie’s U.S. release date. Key details: Studio Ghibli and U.S. film distributor GKIDS shared the teaser trailer for legendary director Hayao Miyazaki’s…
· Ryan General
The short clip, which hints at the whimsical storytelling that Miyazaki is renowned for, also reveals that a teaser for the film is to arrive on Sept. 6
Toho is the studio behind Godzilla and the distributor of Japan's biggest anime films — the gatekeeper of the country's blockbuster culture.
Toho is the studio behind Godzilla and the distributor of Japan's biggest anime films — the gatekeeper of the country's blockbuster culture.
IP · Anime
Ghibli proved hand-drawn Japanese animation could win Hollywood's highest honors and travel globally without pandering: Spirited Away's Oscar broke a Western-and-CG monopoly, and the studio's back catalog now anchors Netflix and theatrical re-release economics worldwide.
