Isao Takahata: father of the legendary Studio Ghibli
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Isao Takahata, the iconic director of Japanese animation, is known primarily for masterpieces such as Grave of the Fireflies and The Tale of Princess Kaguya. From the beginning of his career in the 1960s to his latest project in 2016. Takahata has consistently delighted audiences with touching stories that will leave no one indifferent, he explored the inner world of man, his relationship with nature and society, spicing it all up with a touch of magic.
French journalist Stafanie Chaptal in her book takes us into the workshop of the creator and finds answers to many questions: - How did Takahata's path from Toei to Studio Ghibli take shape? - What is the director's unique creative method? - What inspired the animator to create cartoons? - What influence did Takahata's work have on Japanese and world animation? The book will be a great gift for every fan of Japanese animation, will tell a lot of unknown facts about the master and will help to make a complete picture of the history of the genre. The edition features unique photographs and footage from the works, as well as interviews with various cultural figures who share their memories of working with Takahata.
French journalist Stafanie Chaptal in her book takes us into the workshop of the creator and finds answers to many questions: - How did Takahata's path from Toei to Studio Ghibli take shape? - What is the director's unique creative method? - What inspired the animator to create cartoons? - What influence did Takahata's work have on Japanese and world animation? The book will be a great gift for every fan of Japanese animation, will tell a lot of unknown facts about the master and will help to make a complete picture of the history of the genre. The edition features unique photographs and footage from the works, as well as interviews with various cultural figures who share their memories of working with Takahata.
See also:
- All books by the publisher
- All books by the author
- All books in the series Cult Japanese Animation. Illustrated stories of the creation of masterpieces
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