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· Ryan General
Japan’s Kenshi Yonezu to perform in US for the 1st time
Japanese singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu is embarking on his first-ever global tour, “Kenshi Yonezu 2025 Tour / Junk,” with dates in the US, South Korea and Europe. The tour kicks off in Seoul with two shows at Inspire Arena in March 2025, followed by performances in London and…
· Bryan Ke
Hayao Miyazaki already has concept for next film, son Goro says
Hayao Miyazaki is keeping the details of his next film so close to his chest that not even his own son, Studio Ghibli producer and director Goro Miyazaki, is privy to them. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
‘The Boy and the Heron’ will be Studio Ghibli’s first film released in 4K
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
‘Look Back,’ coming-of-age drama from ‘Chainsaw Man’ creator, gets trailer
The first full trailer for “Look Back” has been released, offering a teaser into the coming-of-age drama from Tatsuki Fujimoto, the creator behind hit manga and anime series “Chainsaw Man.” Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli to be first group recipient of Cannes’ Honorary Palme d’Or
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
Studio Ghibli Fest 2024: Full list of movies and schedule
American film distributor GKids has revealed the complete lineup and schedule for the upcoming Studio Ghibli Fest 2024. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
‘Mobile Suit Gundam’ creator challenges new artists to ‘crush’ Miyazaki, surpass ‘One Piece’
“Mobile Suit Gundam” creator Yoshiyuki Tomino issued a playful challenge to aspiring artists at a screening on Saturday. Key points:
· Carl Samson
‘The Boy and the Heron’ heading back to theaters with bonus content
“The Boy and the Heron” is returning to U.S. theaters with new bonus content next week. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi to perform in San Francisco
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
‘The Boy and the Heron’ heads to Max as Studio Ghibli extends deal
Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-winning animated film “The Boy and the Heron” will be available to stream on Max. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Hayao Miyazaki won’t be retiring following latest Oscar win
Hayao Miyazaki may not be retiring just yet following his recent Oscar win for “The Boy and The Heron,” despite previously declaring his intention to do so. Oscar win: Miyazaki, 83, is the oldest director to ever be nominated in the best feature animation category at the Academy…
· Bryan Ke
Leonardo DiCaprio shares the Studio Ghibli films he introduced to Martin Scorsese
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…
· Michelle De Pacina
2024 Oscar nominations include ‘Past Lives,’ ‘The Boy and the Heron,’ ‘Godzilla’
The 96th Academy Awards has released its full list of nominations for the 2024 Oscars, with some nods to Asian filmmakers including Hayao Miyazaki and Celine Song. “Past Lives” nominations: A24 continues its Oscars success following last year’s triumph with “Everything…
· Bryan Ke
‘The Boy and the Heron’ producer reacts to historic Golden Globes win
“The Boy and the Heron” made history Sunday night by becoming the first Japanese film to win best animated feature at the Golden Globe Awards. Winning the competition: Released in the U.S. on Dec. 8, the Studio Ghibli film bested fellow nominees “Elemental,” “Suzume,”…
· Bryan Ke
‘The Boy and the Heron’ becomes 4th highest-grossing anime movie in US
Studio Ghibli’s latest film, “The Boy and the Heron,” reached another milestone in the United States after it surpassed “Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero” on the list of highest-grossing anime movies at the U.S. box office. Newest achievement: “The Boy and the Heron” recorded $39.6…
· Michelle De Pacina
Ali Wong and Steven Yeun make Golden Globes history with ‘Beef’ win
“Beef” stars Ali Wong and Steven Yeun have made Golden Globes history by winning best actress and actor, respectively, in a limited series for their roles in the Netflix comedy drama series. Historical “Beef” wins: Wong and Yeun, who marked their first nomination and win, both…
· Ryan General
Hayao Miyazaki’s first animated series to be adapted into a stage play
Hayao Miyazaki’s groundbreaking 1978 anime series, “Future Boy Conan,” is set for a stage play adaptation in Tokyo this year. Fresh take on a classic: The iconic anime, which originally aired from April to October 1978 in Japan for 26 episodes, will make its theatrical debut at…
· Michelle De Pacina
Hayao Miyazaki sparks excitement with hint at ‘Nausicaa’ sequel
A new documentary that chronicles Hayao Miyazaki’s development of his latest film features a series of portraits from his first animated hit “Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind,” sparking speculation among fans about a possible sequel. The portraits: The reveal occurred in the…
· Ryan General
Why Hayao Miyazaki’s latest film was retitled ‘The Boy and the Heron’
Jesteadt explained that the shift was aimed at distancing the film from the 1937 novel that inspired legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ makes box office history
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…