July 2016 is Ghibli Month
Hello
everyone and welcome.
From July 1 until
July 29, we'll be celebrating everything Studio Ghibli. That’s twenty-two films
from one of the world’s most prestigious and beloved movie studios. What does
that entail exactly?
Well my dear
readers, that means a Ghibli film review every single day for the next three
weeks solid. We will cover every full length feature produced by the legendary studio, and little bit extra. From the 1980s all the way to today, that’s a 30 year
history ahead of us.
Over the
next month, join me as we take a look at some of cinema’s greatest storyteller’s
greatest works.
From director
Isao Takahata we're given tales ground into reality. Relying on powerful
emotions such as independence, tragedy, and general silliness, Mr. Takahata’s
works draw you into worlds of great challenge. The hardships of a devastating war,
the peaceful tranquility of country life, the unshakable bonds of family, these
are all pillars of his castle.
From
legendary composer Joe Hisaishi, get ready for some the best, most power scores ever to be heard on the big screen. Faced paced action, grand feats whimsy, and soft rests
of tranquility, Mr. Hisaishi's style is unmistakable. Those edge of your seat
thrills, the feel of your smile, that pain in your heart, it is all attributed
to this music.
And then
there’s the visionary himself, the one and only Hayao Miyazaki. His name is synonymous
with imagination. He alone has created some of the most enduring and
recognizable stories and characters in existence; rivaling all the great animation
giants including Walt Disney himself. A post-apocalyptic world, the ancient remains
of an advanced civilization, the fierce battle between nature and progress, a bizarre
glimpse into the spirit world, and of course the sleepy home of gentle forest guardian;
all from the mind of a single man.
I'm ecstatic
to get started. However, there's one thing I need to mention.
Upon hearing
the words Studio Ghibli, I imagine most of us immediately think of one thing;
breathtaking artwork. Absolutely we think this, how can we not. There’s no
getting around it, every frame, every scene, every second of every film this
month is nothing short of a masterpiece. Bright vivid colors, elegant atmospheric
lighting, swift motion filled with life and energy. Even at its lowest, this is
a constant.
Therefore, I’m
giving myself one rule. In order to prevent me from repeating the same things this
entire month, I will not be mentioning the animation or art style from here on out. I
will solely be looking at stories, characters, music, and themes. Even though I
say that, we’ll see how long it takes before I find excuses to bend this rule a
little.
I hope you’re
ready, because I couldn't be any more. We start off Ghibli Month tomorrow with 1984’s
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind.
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