Project Inspo

Raise your hand if you love a good Ghibli film!

Now, raise your hand if you have *no idea* what Ghibli is!

The great news is that whatever you raised your hand for, you've come to the right place! And if you're looking for a yarny edge on the wonderful things I am about to tell you, then today's your lucky day!

I really think BuzzFeed needs to come up with a "What kind of Ghibli film are you?" pop quiz. Or maybe a "What your favorite Ghibli film says about you" post. Because Ghibli Studio has such a great collection of classic animated films. Imagine the hype around Disney princesses, but replace Disney princesses for Ghibli films, and you just about have the phenomenon we see all over the internet.

If anime is Japanese animation, then Ghibli films are definitely anime. But they are a special brand of anime. Heartwarming and for adults as well. Themes run deep, but the simplicity isn't lost. And the remarkable detail is amazing in the distinct ghibli style.

There are no more Ghibli films to anticipate, but Hayao Miyazake has passed the torch on to a new generation of flim-makers who have been inspired by his work all these years.

The Boy and the Beast

A whisker away