Studio Ghibli is one of the world’s most beloved animation studios, known for timeless films such as “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Spirited Away,” and “Howl’s Moving Castle.” Founded in 1985 by animator Hayao Miyazaki, director Isao Takahata, and producer Toshio Suzuki, the studio aimed to create emotionally rich stories rather than focus solely on commercial success.
Ghibli’s rise began with “Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind,” based on a manga by Miyazaki. The studio went on to release acclaimed works, including “Grave of the Fireflies” and “Kiki’s Delivery Service.” In 2003, “Spirited Away” became the first non-English-language film to win the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Although Miyazaki announced his retirement in 2013, he returned to direct “The Boy and the Heron” in 2023. With its hand-drawn animation and heartfelt storytelling, Studio Ghibli continues to captivate audiences around the world.
Abi Raymaker For The Junior Times junior/1744681001/1613367831
1. Who were the three founders of Studio Ghibli?
2. What film helped start Studio Ghibli’s rise in popularity?
3. What is Studio Ghibli known for instead of focusing only on commercial success?
4. When did Hayao Miyazaki originally announce his retirement?
1. How does hand-drawn animation affect the way viewers experience a film?
2. What makes Studio Ghibli different from other animation studios?
3. What lessons can be learned from “Spirited Away” or other Ghibli films?
4. Why do you think Hayao Miyazaki keeps returning to filmmaking after retiring?
Studio Ghibli is one of the world’s most beloved animation studios, known for timeless films such as “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Spirited Away,” and “Howl’s Moving Castle.” Founded in 1985 by animator Hayao Miyazaki, director Isao Takahata, and producer Toshio Suzuki, the studio aimed to create emotionally rich stories rather than focus solely on commercial success.
