Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 212 pages
- Published by: McFarland & Company January 24, 2006
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0786423692
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0786423699
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Book Dimensions:
10 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
- Weighs: 12.6 ounces
Product Description
The thought-provoking, aesthetically pleasing animated films of Hayao Miyazaki attract audiences well beyond the director’s native Japan.
Princess Mononoke and
Spirited Away were critically acclaimed upon U.S. release, and the earlier
My Neighbor Totoro and
Kiki’s Delivery Service have found popularity with Americans on DVD.
This critical study of Miyazaki’s work begins with an analysis of the visual conventions of
manga, Japanese comic books, and
animé; an overview of Japanese animated films; and a consideration of the techniques deployed by both traditional cel and computer animation. This section also details Miyazaki’s early forays into comic books and animation, and his output prior to his founding of Studio Ghibli. Part Two concentrates on the Studio Ghibli era, outlining the company’s development and analyzing the director’s productions between 1984 and 2004, including
Castle in the Sky, My Neighbor Totoro and his newest film,
Howl’s Moving Castle. The second section also discusses other productions involving Studio Ghibli, including
Grave of the Fireflies and
The Cat Returns. Appendices supply additional information about Studio Ghibli’s merchandise production, Miyazaki’s global fan base, and the output of other Ghibli directors.
About The Author
Freelance writer
Dani Cavallaro lives in London.
Reader ReviewsThis looks to be a well written and researched book. However, when I purchase art books I want loads of illustrations. I want to be able to refer to the artwork with out having to pop in a dvd. This book contains NO ARTWORK. Hayao Miyazaki is an amazing artist and director. I would love to own a book on his work. This just wasn't what I had dreamed of.
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