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· Ryan General
Shuntarō Tanikawa, lyricist for ‘Astro Boy’ and ‘Howl’s Moving Castle,’ dies at 92
Renowned Japanese poet and lyricist Shuntarō Tanikawa, whose work spanned over seven decades, died due to old age at 92 on Nov. 13. Celebrated for his modern and accessible approach to Japanese poetry, Tanikawa was known for his groundbreaking 1952 debut “Two Billion Light Years…
· Ryan General
AI-generated ‘Princess Mononoke’ live-action trailer sparks backlash
An AI-generated trailer for a live-action version of the acclaimed 1997 Studio Ghibli anime “Princess Mononoke” has sparked backlash after going viral on social media. Created by AI entrepreneur PJ Acetturo, the clip uses the English voice acting from the original film while…
· Ryan General
Hayao Miyazaki honored with ‘Asia’s Nobel Prize’
Renowned Japanese animator and Studio Ghibli co-founder Hayao Miyazaki was among those who received the 2024 Ramon Magsaysay Award, often dubbed “Asia’s Nobel Prize.” The award recognized Miyazaki’s significant contributions to Asian society through his thought-provoking films…
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli shows how it created its vibrant worlds in new English art book
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 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
This pre-Studio Ghibli film of Hayao Miyazaki is making a brief return in Tokyo
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:
· 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
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…
· Michelle De Pacina
Hayao Miyazaki segregated Ghibli animators by blood type, veteran animator reveals
Veteran animator Shinsaku Kozuma revealed that Studio Ghibli co-founder Hayao Miyazaki used to segregate his animators based on their blood types at the workplace. The anecdote: In a recent interview with Full Frontal, Kozuma recounted his extensive experience working on various…
· Ryan General
Watch: Real-life ‘Totoro’ Catbus to take passengers for a ride at Ghibli Park
The iconic Catbus from “My Neighbor Totoro” is coming to life as a new transportation option at the Ghibli Park in Japan. About the vehicle: The electric-powered bus, officially called the APM (Accessible People Mover) Catbus, is based on eco-friendly vehicles used at the Tokyo…
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli releases new ‘How’s Moving Castle’-inspired video from Hayao Miyazaki
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
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…
· Ryan General
Studio Ghibli fans reject ‘live action’ AI renditions of ‘Spirited Away’ characters
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…