Our spoiler-free review of Hayao Miyazaki’s first new film in five years comes with a sneak-peek look at the official movie programme.
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Inspired by the works of Japan’s most celebrated anime icons, short animated video captures the magic of the state across the Pacific.
The beautiful love story between Vincent and Alliz reminds us that “life is beautiful but fragile, like glass itself“.
This talented artist paints a detailed Ghibli movie scene every time a child is born into the family.
Turns out that sci-fi horror blends surprisingly well with the fantastical world of Japanese animation.
Here’s the exact day you’ll be able to reserve tickets that will let you see Miyazaki’s Boro the Caterpillar.
Totoro from My Neighbour Totoro and Jiji from Kiki’s Delivery Service are the stars of the show this year.
Fan shows us a reason to hang onto your old VHS anime even after you’ve upgraded to newer media versions.
“Ghibli will continue making movies,” veteran producer vows as Miyazaki returns to the genre that made him a legend.
This beautifully styled collection recreates all the tiny details from the best animated meals.
This is the news we’ve been waiting to hear since the acclaimed director came out of retirement.
According to this former soldier, the message that director Hayao Miyazaki hid in morse code has never been revealed until now.
76-year-old anime legend wants the film to be his legacy after he moves on to the next world.
Twitter user shares screenshots of Hayao Miyazaki anime that surprising number of fans haven’t heard of, and which can be seen next month.
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