As animation began to grow in appreciation in American culture, audiences already had a deep appreciation for Studio Ghibli. There was an element to Hayao Miyazaki movies and his creative team that brought back a childlike sense of wonder and beauty against a backdrop of reality that could feel cruel and unjust.
Beyond the visuals of Studio Ghibli’s films, which are astonishing on their own accord, Miyazaki’s storytelling is what grounds these films as masterpieces. Kiki’s Delivery Service, the double feature of Grave of the…
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