Wouldn’t mind a house like this…it might in fact take the cars off the road for a change. But this is not like a medieval castle but rather a home filled with magic and mystery…only Studio Ghibli films can pull this off. As for the final film of Studio Ghibli week, it still won’t certainly be the last of embracing the wonderful world that is of this studio and its films.
This beloved anime film is regarded as one of the greatest animated films ever made. It is also claimed by critics and audiences alike to be a film that brings out the child in all of us – this film and its themes is never too far from the truth.
Released in 1988, this Japanese animated fantasy film was written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It tells the story of two young daughters, Hidaka and Sakamoto, of a professor and move in aid of their sick mother. Meanwhile, they interact with the friendly wood spirits who live nearby.
Also titled ‘Gedo Senki’, this anime film is based on a combination of plots and characters from the first four books of Ursula K. Le Guin’s Earthsea series. The way it is constructed will either please fans or disappoint them.
Dragons are being seen by humans in a world which they should not enter. The story focuses on Ged, a wandering wizard investigating such conflict between humans and dragons. Prince Arren is also introduced as a young distraught teenage boy with another name, embodies the shyness of adolescence and has a severe dark side. His protection of Tehanu comes alive when his hatred, ruthlessness and limited mercy are drawn to his power. However the witch Kumo would use this to his advantage and uncovers the boy’s fears to reach to Ged.
Considered one of the most moving and powerful films to depict of war, this cannot be simply overlooked as a beautifully structured animated film. Grave of the Fireflies has the unique balance of emotion and storytelling with the providence of stunning animation, heart-warming characters, breath-taking soundtrack and a careful analysis of the key themes.
As part of our Studio Ghibli week, the club starts off with an anime film that is acclaimed by both critics and audiences alike.
Written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, this Japanese animated film is truly among one of the greatest ever made. Productions from Studio Ghibli never failed to deliver a beautiful storyline, breathtaking animation, outstanding soundtracks and delightful characters all into one mix. Spirited Away is one anime film that needs to be seen and appreciated by audiences of all ages.
Chihiro is a ten year old girl moving into a new neighbourhood with her parents. Entering into an alternate reality where spirits and monsters live, Chihiro takes a job working in Yubaba’s bathhouse to free herself and her parents after they had been turned into pigs. She befriends a young boy named Haku who seems to share his past with Chihiro.
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And that was our first anime marathon we’ve done here at ACU Anime Club! How did you guys find it? Did you guys enjoy it as much as I did?
This is actually one of my favorite anime series, seeing as I’m also a fan of the visual novel. I never get bored of watching this series! It’s always full of laughs and full packed action. If you guys haven’t watched it yet, please check it out! I highly recommend it.
For those who don’t know, we’re running movies/anime marathons every Wednesday. If you have time or you’re just bored, come by and say hello or join us!
In the far future, humans abandon a devastated Earth and traveled to outer space. However, due to unknown phenomenon that prevents them from travelling into space, humanity returns to Earth only to find it inhospitable except for Japan.
Itoshiki Nozomu is always in despair! Even simple things like paying for the toll on the subway can send him to a despair so deep only attempted suicide is the answer. How Strange is it then, that he should be the teacher of a High School Class filled with students with even more emotional problems than his. This great Comedy will leave you in anything but ‘Despair’ as you meet each of his students and watch their wacky adventures.
Set in a city of scientifically advanced superhuman students, but in a world where magic is also real. Touma Kamijou’s right hand, the Imagine Breaker, will negate all magic, psychic, or divine powers, but not his own bad luck. One day he finds a young girl hanging on his balcony railing. She turns out to be a nun from the Church of England, and her mind has been implanted with the Index-Librorum-Prohibitorum – all the magical texts the Church has removed from circulation.
Also translated as ‘My Little Sister Can’t Be This Cute’ seems to transmit a message that probably won’t please many audiences on first impression. However, this is hilarious depending on how it is looked.
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