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    bmoreDLJ: I'd really like to see Ghibli - if not Hayao himself - do an original take on the space opera. more »
    MrLister: Can't believe there is so little love for Kiki's Delivery Service in the comments, it's my favourite of his films! Beautiful, relaxing and quite inspi... more »
    ReiRei0: Meh. Frankly, Miyazaki is way overrated. Mamoru Oshii is a more innovative and interesting anime director, by far. more »
    Dimbo_Sama: I'm not sure if Howl's Moving Castle technically counts as a "face of Hayao Miyazaki" since it's based on a book by a Welsh woman more »
    twDarkflame: Castle in the Sky and Nuasicaa Id call post-post-apocalyptic. This isnt humans after a disaster, its humans LONG after a disaster, which to me is dif... more »
    CoffinDodger (If the typos crap. Blame my keyboard): I loved Howls Moving Castle and I adore Spirited Away. But as good as Castle in the Sky is, its been a constant thorn in my side for years. Many moons... more »
    perfectly nomal beast: Howl's Moving Castle needs more love. Probably the least sci-fi related film on this list, but definately my favourite (skews more towards the fantasy... more »
    Renako: Aww, no plug for the Nausicaa comic? It is astounding in its own right, and in my opinion much more in depth than the movie. To anyone who can find it... more »
    Scimarad: I absolutely love Castle in the Sky (or Laputa) the most out of all of his stuff. I certainly wouldn't call Pazu Japanese, though, and the robots seem... more »
    Cory Gross: I originally didn't care much for Miyazaki or Ghibli's work. However, raving friends compelled me to give it another try a few years later and, lo, I ... more »
    beach_bum1303: No, everyone needs to drop what they're doing and go READ Howl's Moving Castle. It is honestly one of the best books ever written, and if Miyazaki had... more »
    HowIsYourFlat: Can't say I am a scholar of Miyazaki or whatever, but I always have a healthy respect of him. At this point, I do have this vague negative impression... more »
    bakana: Everyone needs to drop what they're doing and go see Ponyo. It's a long weekend, you have no excuse. (Well, I have to work tomorrow, but I already sa... more »
    Silentkiller2774: Ok, I have seen and loved Miyazaki films. Which makes me wonder why the hell haven't I seen Porco Rosso? It sounds like an awesome film. Can anybody r... more »
    uptonogood: the plot synopsis of Howl's Moving Castle is off by a mile; sophie was oblivious of Howl has a person till she actually meets him and even then she ha... more »
    Allen_Richards: Couldn't figure a way to squeeze in my favorite Miyazaki, THE CASTLE OF CAGLIOSTRO, could you? more »
    YuleShella: I always like watching these movies in the original Japanese. I don't speak a word of Japanese, but that's what subtitles are for. You lose all the or... more »
    Chip Overclock: At Nippon 2007, the WorldCon held in Yokohama, there was a life size version of Nausicaa's glider on display: [www.flickr.com] [www.flickr.com] and... more »
    Chip Overclock: Having seen most of these, not only is the imagery breathtaking, but the movies IMO have great orchestral scores too. I especially liked NAUSICAA and ... more »
    NathanSt: "While many people appreciate Hayao Miyazaki's ability to craft great stories": population 72 more »
  • #hayaomiyazaki

    The Many Strange And Beautiful Sci-Fi Faces of Hayao Miyazaki

    While many people appreciate Hayao Miyazaki's ability to craft great stories, few realize the strange genre mashups he has constructed. With his latest, Ponyo, still in theaters, it's time to recognize the genre innovation of this visionary animator. More »
  • #ponyoreview

    Miyazaki's Fishy Love Story Celebrates the Spirit of Adventure

    Hayao Miyazaki's latest film Ponyo may be inspired by "The Little Mermaid," but amidst its stunning underwater scenes and raging storms, it's less a tale of romantic love than of strong, self-sufficient characters eager for new adventures. More »
  • #ponyo

    English-Language Trailer For Hayao Miyazaki’s Ponyo Surfaces

    Matt Damon, Tina Fey, Liam Neeson and a whole host of Hollywood-types lend their voices to the redubbed version of Hayao Miyazaki's Ponyo. The aquatic story is loosely based on the original Little Mermaid, but with that jaw-dropping Miyazaki touch. More »