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Là où le vent revient. Entretiens T.1
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292 pages, Paperback
Published November 22, 2024
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Hayao Miyazaki
369 books3,513 followersHayao Miyazaki (Japanese: 宮崎 駿) is a celebrated Japanese animator, filmmaker, screenwriter, and manga artist, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of animation. He is the co-founder of Studio Ghibli, the animation studio responsible for producing many of Japan’s most beloved and internationally acclaimed animated films. Over the course of a career spanning decades, Miyazaki has developed a reputation for creating visually rich, emotionally resonant stories that often explore themes such as nature, pacifism, flight, childhood, and the human condition.
Miyazaki was born in Tokyo and developed an early interest in drawing and animation. His father’s work in the aviation industry had a significant influence on him, particularly in fostering his fascination with aircraft and flight, motifs that would become prominent throughout his later works. After studying political science and economics at university, Miyazaki began his professional career in animation when he joined Toei Animation. There, he worked under the mentorship of directors like Isao Takahata, with whom he would later form a lifelong creative partnership.
In his early years at Toei and other studios, Miyazaki contributed to several television series and animated films. He worked as a key animator and storyboard artist, gradually gaining recognition for his storytelling abilities and attention to detail. Among his early projects were contributions to series such as Heidi, Girl of the Alps and Future Boy Conan. His directorial debut in feature films came with The Castle of Cagliostro, a film adaptation of the Lupin III manga series, which already showed signs of his distinctive style and sensibilities.
Miyazaki's breakthrough came with the film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, based on his own manga. The success of that film prompted the establishment of Studio Ghibli, which he co-founded with Takahata and producer Toshio Suzuki. From that point forward, Miyazaki directed and wrote many of Ghibli’s most iconic works, including My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Porco Rosso, Princess Mononoke, and Howl’s Moving Castle. His films are known for their hand-drawn animation, strong character development, and philosophical underpinnings.
In 2001, Miyazaki directed Spirited Away, which became one of the most critically and commercially successful animated films of all time. The film received numerous awards and international recognition, including an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It also became the highest-grossing film in Japanese history at the time of its release. The film’s success further solidified Miyazaki’s reputation as a master storyteller and a visionary in global cinema.
Despite announcing his retirement several times, Miyazaki repeatedly returned to filmmaking. His later works, such as Ponyo and The Wind Rises, continued to showcase his evolving themes and storytelling maturity. His most recent project, The Boy and the Heron, marked a highly anticipated return to the director’s chair and once again captivated audiences with its dreamlike visuals and emotional depth.
Miyazaki’s films are often distinguished by their complex female protagonists, environmental messages, and moral ambiguity. Rather than presenting clear-cut villains and heroes, his stories explore the nuances of human behavior and often focus on characters finding their place in the world. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades and honors for his contributions to the arts, including lifetime achievement awards recognizing his impact on both Japanese and international cinema.
His legacy continues to influence generations of animators and filmmakers worldwide, and Studio Ghibli remains one of the most respected names in animation.
Miyazaki was born in Tokyo and developed an early interest in drawing and animation. His father’s work in the aviation industry had a significant influence on him, particularly in fostering his fascination with aircraft and flight, motifs that would become prominent throughout his later works. After studying political science and economics at university, Miyazaki began his professional career in animation when he joined Toei Animation. There, he worked under the mentorship of directors like Isao Takahata, with whom he would later form a lifelong creative partnership.
In his early years at Toei and other studios, Miyazaki contributed to several television series and animated films. He worked as a key animator and storyboard artist, gradually gaining recognition for his storytelling abilities and attention to detail. Among his early projects were contributions to series such as Heidi, Girl of the Alps and Future Boy Conan. His directorial debut in feature films came with The Castle of Cagliostro, a film adaptation of the Lupin III manga series, which already showed signs of his distinctive style and sensibilities.
Miyazaki's breakthrough came with the film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, based on his own manga. The success of that film prompted the establishment of Studio Ghibli, which he co-founded with Takahata and producer Toshio Suzuki. From that point forward, Miyazaki directed and wrote many of Ghibli’s most iconic works, including My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Porco Rosso, Princess Mononoke, and Howl’s Moving Castle. His films are known for their hand-drawn animation, strong character development, and philosophical underpinnings.
In 2001, Miyazaki directed Spirited Away, which became one of the most critically and commercially successful animated films of all time. The film received numerous awards and international recognition, including an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It also became the highest-grossing film in Japanese history at the time of its release. The film’s success further solidified Miyazaki’s reputation as a master storyteller and a visionary in global cinema.
Despite announcing his retirement several times, Miyazaki repeatedly returned to filmmaking. His later works, such as Ponyo and The Wind Rises, continued to showcase his evolving themes and storytelling maturity. His most recent project, The Boy and the Heron, marked a highly anticipated return to the director’s chair and once again captivated audiences with its dreamlike visuals and emotional depth.
Miyazaki’s films are often distinguished by their complex female protagonists, environmental messages, and moral ambiguity. Rather than presenting clear-cut villains and heroes, his stories explore the nuances of human behavior and often focus on characters finding their place in the world. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades and honors for his contributions to the arts, including lifetime achievement awards recognizing his impact on both Japanese and international cinema.
His legacy continues to influence generations of animators and filmmakers worldwide, and Studio Ghibli remains one of the most respected names in animation.
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January 26, 2025
Un livre très intéressant sur Hayao Miyazaki, sur sa vision du monde, de son œuvre et de l'art en général. Le journaliste, Yôichi Shibuya, pose des questions intéressantes et creuse avec profondeur certains sujets avec le réalisateur. J'en ai beaucoup appris sur cet artiste que j'aime tant et sa manière de penser; et ce livre m'a permis de mieux comprendre ce qu'il a voulu exprimer à travers ses œuvres.
February 24, 2025
Une vision à long terme…qui change avec le temps
On sait déjà que les textes en japonais ne sont traduits que très rarement en français dans la foulée.
C’est pourquoi je suis très heureuse que ces interviews de Miyazaki soient enfin traduites!
Ces entrevues se déroulent entre la sortie du film Nausicaa et la sortie du film Le voyage de Chihiro. Les propos tenus, contrairement à d’autre recueils comme Starting Point et Turning Point, ne concernent que les films.
On ne parle pas politique, ni société, simplement du cheminement intellectuel et du ressenti de Miyazaki.
C’est toujours fabuleux de plonger dans un esprit aussi foisonnant, incisif et sur.
On y découvre un point de vue unique, des plaisanteries et des remises en question qui dessinent déjà ls prochains films à venir.
Bref, il est toujours aussi passionnant d’écouter le réalisateur qu’est Miyazaki s’exprimer sur ses œuvres.
On sait déjà que les textes en japonais ne sont traduits que très rarement en français dans la foulée.
C’est pourquoi je suis très heureuse que ces interviews de Miyazaki soient enfin traduites!
Ces entrevues se déroulent entre la sortie du film Nausicaa et la sortie du film Le voyage de Chihiro. Les propos tenus, contrairement à d’autre recueils comme Starting Point et Turning Point, ne concernent que les films.
On ne parle pas politique, ni société, simplement du cheminement intellectuel et du ressenti de Miyazaki.
C’est toujours fabuleux de plonger dans un esprit aussi foisonnant, incisif et sur.
On y découvre un point de vue unique, des plaisanteries et des remises en question qui dessinent déjà ls prochains films à venir.
Bref, il est toujours aussi passionnant d’écouter le réalisateur qu’est Miyazaki s’exprimer sur ses œuvres.
March 30, 2025
Une lecture absolument intéressante.
J'aime beaucoup regarder des documentaires, et vidéos de manière plus générale, sur Hayao Miyazaki tant son univers a bercé mon enfance, voire ma vie, et bien que je ne sois pas forcément une grande lectrice d'entretiens, j'ai également adoré le lire. On en apprend énormément sur certains détails de ses films, même si j'aurai peut-être aimé en savoir plus sur certains processus créatifs (mais ce n'est que moi). Il était très intéressant d'avoir un aperçu de sa façon de penser et de créer, de voir une petite entrevue de ses points de vues politiques, et son point de vue sur le monde, car oui; non seulement dans ces entretiens vous aurez des dialogues sur ses œuvres, mais également sur sa façon de voir le monde, point de vue qui l'aura beaucoup guidé dans ses créations.
Je ne peux que vous le recommander si vous aimez l'univers Ghibli.
(Impatiente de pouvoir lire le tome 2 qui sortira en octobre 2025).
J'aime beaucoup regarder des documentaires, et vidéos de manière plus générale, sur Hayao Miyazaki tant son univers a bercé mon enfance, voire ma vie, et bien que je ne sois pas forcément une grande lectrice d'entretiens, j'ai également adoré le lire. On en apprend énormément sur certains détails de ses films, même si j'aurai peut-être aimé en savoir plus sur certains processus créatifs (mais ce n'est que moi). Il était très intéressant d'avoir un aperçu de sa façon de penser et de créer, de voir une petite entrevue de ses points de vues politiques, et son point de vue sur le monde, car oui; non seulement dans ces entretiens vous aurez des dialogues sur ses œuvres, mais également sur sa façon de voir le monde, point de vue qui l'aura beaucoup guidé dans ses créations.
Je ne peux que vous le recommander si vous aimez l'univers Ghibli.
(Impatiente de pouvoir lire le tome 2 qui sortira en octobre 2025).
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews