Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

From love triangles to soulmates, the possibilities for creating engaging plots are endless.

Joy Young, Chapman University

With its out-of-the-park animation style, Studio Ghibli has proved itself to stand amongst the greats.

Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez, Florida Atlantic University

Hayao Miyazaki directed many anime classics, but the significance of his film debut is often overlooked.

Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

As the conglomerate continues to buy out massive corporations and expand its domain, the announcement of its most recent anime-related project has pleasantly surprised many fans.

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Studio Ghibli has set an exceptionally high standard for the genre, but its popularity has overshadowed equally excellent works by other filmmakers.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

Everything you need to know before diving both pieces of work.

Jade Hookham, UC San Diego

Though he recently passed away at the age of 82, Isao Takahata’s impact on animation will continue to live on in his place.