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The Ghibliotheque Anime Movie Guide

The Essential Guide to Japanese Animated Cinema

by Jake Cunningham
Michael Leader
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Explore the magical world of anime through 30 classic films in this new book from the authors of Ghibliotheque.

From box office hits such as Akira, Ghost in the Shell and Your Name to a host of deeper cuts, hidden gems and future classics, this revealing guide lifts the lid on Japanese animated cinema. Join Jake Cunningham and Michael Leader, hosts of the acclaimed Ghilbiotheque podcast, as they review 30 of the best anime movies ever created, explaining why each is a must-see and detailing the intriguing stories behind their creation.

An insight into a unique artform, this stunning book is packed with film stills, movie posters and director portraits, and offers and enchanting, enlightening and meticulously researched guide for newcomers and die-hard fans alike.

  • Creators

  • Series

    Ghibliotheque Guides

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    December 20, 2022

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781802792904

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Booklist

      October 1, 2022
      Leader and Cunningham have enlightened anime enthusiasts with their Ghiblioteque podcast, and here they focus on 30 notable Japanese anime feature films outside of Studio Ghibli productions. The reader will find famous titles such as Akira as well as several hidden gems like Yabushita's (aka Disney of the East) early, ground-breaking film Panda and the Magic Serpent and Satoshi Kon's hypnotic Millennium Actress. In their introduction, the authors are quick to say that their list is not definitive but does represent a variety of genres and stylistic approaches, from cartoonish children's films to erotic and painterly features. The films are arranged chronologically, from 1958 to 2021. Entries range from four to eight pages, with colorful illustrations on almost every page. Each entry traces the director's career and notable films and discusses the impact of the works. Most entries include a lengthy review of the movie, and several entries list further viewings. The writing is very engaging and laudatory; this is a cinephile's ode to Japanese anime feature films and can be appreciated by a wide audience.

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Formats

  • OverDrive Read

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Languages

  • English

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