Jan 16, 2020 · Hayao Miyazaki’s way of making a film was particularly stressful, and that was exactly how he thought it should be. He would often say that a person only does his best work when faced with...

May 21, 2023 · Miyazaki, through his stress and discipline, gives his life out for many to enjoy through his works. And yet his works are so innocent! Yet his fan is the opposite.

Sep 16, 2022 · Judging by how rabid and uncouth people become when calling a Miyazaki movie bad, it's safe for say Miyazaki fandom is a cult. For me, it's almost a litmous test of the who bases their opinion solely on Reddit and IMDB ratings.

May 24, 2020 · Hayao Miyazaki travels at a friends’ house by the sea. At this point, stressed out by the production of Ponyo, he has become irritated and has avoided questions multiple times. He explains: “I want...

Jan 17, 2020 · While Miyazaki had previously reported that he would be retiring from the world of animation, it seems that the siren song of anime was simply too strong for Hayao to resist for long. Having...

Below is a list of my 8 lessons on creative block from the film. Watching this documentary has alleviated some of the intense pressure I felt on my shoulders and has begun to bring life back into my imagination.

Jul 18, 2024 · Discover the profound and often melancholic quotes of Hayao Miyazaki, the mastermind behind Studio Ghibli's enchanting worlds. Dive into his reflections on dreams, life, and filmmaking that reveal the depth of his genius.

Mar 27, 2025 · For Miyazaki, the notion of AI-generated animation, especially with its ability to produce “creepy” and “unnatural” figures, was deeply unsettling. “I strongly feel that this is an insult to life itself,” he said, rejecting the use of this technology in his creative process.

While creativity can be therapeutic, it can also be demanding. Miyazaki’s candid discussions about the pressures of meeting expectations reveal the double-edged sword of artistry. Balancing creativity with mental health requires mindful strategies, such as tracking habits and managing stress—features offered by the Life Planner app.

Jan 19, 2021 · In the NHK World-Japan four-part documentary 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki, we get an intimate look at just how the filmmaker works. We see all his quirkiness, his genius—and his struggles. Here are 12 all too relatable quotes from Hayao Miyazaki to …