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Hayao Miyazaki's Memoir

This series offers a profound glimpse into the mind of one of the world's most celebrated animators. Through essays, notes, and interviews, it reveals the creative process and personal reflections behind beloved animated masterpieces. Readers will explore a lifetime dedicated to the art of animation, deeply intertwined with observations on nature and the human spirit. It's an essential collection for fans and aspiring creators alike.

Turning Point: 1997-2008 (hardcover)
Turning Point: 1997-2008
Starting Point: 1979-1996

Recommended Reading Order

  • Starting Point: 1979-1996

    • 461 pages
    • 17 hours of reading
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    In the first two decades of his career, filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki laid the groundwork for his legendary movies. "Starting Point: 1979-1996" is a collection of essays, interviews, and memoirs that go back to the roots of Miyazaki's childhood, the formulation of his theories of animation, and the founding of Studio Ghibli. Before directing such acclaimes films as "Spirited Away", Miyazaki was just another salaried animator, but with a vision of his own. Follow him as he takes his first steps on the road to success; experience his frustrations with the manga and animation industries that often suffocate creativity; and realize the importance of bringing the childhood dreams of the world to life

    Starting Point: 1979-1996
  • The second volume of legendary animation director Hayao Miyazaki's career memoir continues with essays, interviews, and discussions about some of his most popular films, including Spirited Away and Ponyo.

    Turning Point: 1997-2008