The Boy and the Heron is an autobiographical reflection by Hayao Miyazaki in the twilight of his life

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Abstract

Much about Hayao Miyazaki’s latest film, The Boy and the Heron, remained a mystery until its premiere in Japanese theatres on July 14.

The title Kimi tachi wa do ikiruka, or How do you live?, was revealed in 2017. (The Boy and the Heron is the English title.) No trailer was produced for a Japanese audience and there were no announcements regarding the film’s plot, voice actors or production team. The involvement of Joe Hisaishi, who has been composing music for Miyazaki’s films since Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984), was confirmed on July 4, a mere 10 days prior to the film release.
Original languageEnglish
Number of pages4
Specialist publicationThe Conversation
Publication statusPublished - 7 Dec 2023

Keywords

  • Japan
  • Film Review
  • Hayao Miyazaki
  • Studio Ghibli

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