The art, from conception to release, of the classic Hayao Miyazaki film Princess Mononoke, including a look at Miyazaki's original art and the use of computer graphics technology in the film. 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 . Princess Mononoke was the first Hayao Miyazaki film to...
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.