PONYO ON THE CLIFF Japanese Program 42p - 9x12 in. - 2008 - Studio Ghibli, Hayao Miyazaki

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HAYAO MIYAZAKI, A GENIOUS CREATOR

Hayao Miyazaki is an iconic figure in Japanese animation, recognized worldwide for his talent as an artist, director, screenwriter, and producer. Born on January 5, 1941, in Tokyo, he co-founded the renowned Studio Ghibli in 1985, which revolutionized animated cinema. His most famous films include Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984), Castle in the Sky (1986), My Neighbor Totoro (1988), Princess Mononoke (1997), and Spirited Away (2001). The latter won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and the Golden Bear for Best Film at Venice and remains the highest-grossing film in Japanese history. Miyazaki often explores themes such as the relationship between humans and nature, technology, and the moral complexity of his characters, particularly strong and independent heroines. His influence extends beyond Japan, with international recognition comparable to that of Walt Disney.