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- "Spirited Away" is a critically acclaimed animated film directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli. It was released in 2001 and quickly gained international recognition for its captivating storytelling, beautiful animation, and richly imaginative world.
- The film follows the story of a young girl named Chihiro Ogino, who becomes trapped in a mysterious spirit world after her parents are transformed into pigs. In order to save her parents and find a way back home, Chihiro must navigate through this strange realm and work at a bathhouse for spirits, which is ruled by the powerful witch Yubaba.
- Throughout her journey, Chihiro encounters various enchanting and sometimes dangerous creatures. She befriends a mysterious boy named Haku, who assists her and helps her navigate the spirit world. As Chihiro grows and overcomes obstacles, she learns important life lessons about bravery, resilience, and the importance of identity.
- "Spirited Away" has been praised for its stunning visuals, intricate storytelling, and Miyazaki's ability to blend fantastical elements with deeper themes. The film explores concepts of environmentalism, the loss of innocence, and the resilience of the human spirit.
- It received widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences, becoming a commercial and critical success in Japan and around the world. In fact, "Spirited Away" won numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2003, making it the first anime film to receive that honor.
- The film's success helped solidify Studio Ghibli's reputation as one of the leading animation studios and introduced many viewers to the magical and imaginative worlds created by Hayao Miyazaki. "Spirited Away" remains a beloved and influential film, often regarded as a masterpiece of animated cinema.
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- This is a scene where Haku is encouraging Sen, who has just started working at an inn.
- This is a clipping from the official Studio Ghibli pictorial record(Official printed product).Other cels are drawn on the back side, and you can see that it is a clipping.
- Studio Ghibli works by sharing information among staff using handwritten cels, and it is a valuable document that shows the production process.
- Studio Ghibli strictly manages copyrights, and derivative works such as doujinshi are subject to lawsuits. Therefore, we only deal with the official products sold by Studio Ghibli.