The definitive examination of the art and animation of Studio Ghibli's masterpiece of fantasy and flight, Castle in the Sky! The latest in the perennially popular line of Studio Ghibli art books, which include interviews, concept sketches and finished animation cels from classics such as Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro . Hayao Miyazaki's Castle in the Sky was the first feature film produced by the legendary Studio Ghibli. Sheeta, a girl who has...
Legendary animator Hayao Miyazaki turns eighty-one on January 5. Born in Japan, in the midst of World War II, his early life was marked by chaos and destruction. These experiences and others have contributed to the masterful storytelling and rich imagery of his work. Read on to learn more about the famed director.