Hayao Miyazaki Is The Toughest Critic
Make no mistake. Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli fame doesn’t seem easy to please—even if you are his son. Rather, especially if you are his son.
Hayao Miyazaki Remembers His Friend Isao Takahata
Last month, Isao Takahata passed away at the 82. Known for Grave of the Fireflies and The Tale of Princess Kaguya, among others, Takahata co-founded Studio Ghibli with Hayao Miyazaki, who recently gave a eulogy for his deceased colleague and friend.
The Time Studio Ghibli Stood Up To Harvey Weinstein With A Katana
Among the many things for which former Hollywood mogul and alleged predator Harvey Weinstein was notorious were re-editing movies as he saw fit, earning the nickname “Harvey Scissorhands.” But when Weinstein was handling Princess Mononoke’s US release, Studio Ghibli wouldn’t be bullied and sent Weinstein a samurai…
Hayao Miyazaki’s first animated picture since 2013 will be screened on March 21 at the Ghibli Museum. Titled Boro the Caterpillar, it’s a short film. Miyazaki is currently working on a new feature length animated film as well.
Attack On Titan Season 3 Airing In Summer 2018
Over the weekend, the Attack on Titan anime’s third season was announced. It begins broadcasting in Japan starting July 2018.
Hayao Miyazaki Announced The Title Of His Last Film
This weekend, Hayao Miyazaki revealed that the title of his last film will be Kimitachi wa Dou Ikiru ka (“How do you live?”).
The Real Reason Why Hayao Miyazaki Came Out Of Retirement
In 2013, Hayao Miyazaki retired from making feature films. This year, it was officially announced that he was returning to long-form filmmaking. And now, we know why.
Studio Ghibli's Sequel To My Neighbor Totoro
Did you know this? Maybe you did! It’s called Mei And the Kittenbus. The nearly 14-minute film has never received an official theatrical or home release.
How To Work On Hayao Miyazaki's New Movie
Hey, did you hear? Hayao Miyazaki has officially come out of retirement to make a new feature film. If you want to work on it, here’s how you can apply!
Hayao Miyazaki's Retirement Is Officially Over
Back in 2013, Hayao Miyazaki retired from feature filmmaking, saying, “This time is for real.” Now, his long time producer says Miyazaki is coming out of retirement for another full-length movie.
Hayao Miyazaki Wants You To Know Why Nausicaä Has Large Breasts
By anime standards, Nausicaä from Hayao Miyazaki’s classic does not have a ridiculously large chest. But Miyazaki has said that the size of her bosom does have meaning, it seems.
After 20 years, Studio Ghibli’s Ocean Waves will finally be distributed in North America starting December 28th, distributor GKids announced today.
Hayao Miyazaki Is Still A Hard-Ass
Think Hayao Miyazaki has gone soft in his old age? Nope.
Studio Ghibli's New Movie Isn't Doing Well In Japan
The Red Turtle is Studio Ghibli’s latest release. So far, it’s not exactly a hit in Japan.
The Five Best Anime Movies for Little Kids
Sick of Disney? Anime movies can provide a great alternative for young viewers, opening up new cultures and ideas. However, a lot of anime isn’t for children. Here are five wonderful and age-appropriate anime films that little kids will love.
Why Studio Ghibli Didn't Make Ponyo 2
Famed animator Hayao Miyazaki wanted to make a sequel to the 2008 film Ponyo. It never happened. There’s a simple reason for that. Ghibli producer Toshio Suzuki did not want to see Ponyo 2.
The Ghibli Museum Is Getting a Catbus for Adults
Dreams are real once again! The Ghibli Museum in Tokyo’s Mitaka has a Catbus from the classic anime My Neighbor Totoro. Until now, only children (children, ha!) could get in the Catbus. But this July, there will be a Catbus that adults can also board. Thank goodness.
Cat Looks Just Like a Studio Ghibli Character
This is Gimo. It’s a black Scottish Fold. Next to it is Makkuro Kurosuke, a character created by Studio Ghibli’s Hayao Miyazaki.
Hayao Miyazaki Confirms Princess Mononoke Urban Legend as Truth
There’s a long-standing urban legend that part of Princess Mononoke is really about leprosy. Now, the film’s creator, Hayao Miyazaki, confirmed that this was no legend. It’s a fact.
The Anime Studio Ghibli Wanted To Make
Hayao Miyazaki has retired from feature film making. But before he did, there was a manga he was keen to turn into a movie, but didn’t. That manga was Parasyte.