Ghiblis

Ghiblis is a colloquial term for works associated with Studio Ghibli, a Japanese animation studio founded in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and Toshio Suzuki. The name Ghibli comes from the Italian term for a hot desert wind, chosen to evoke movement, imagination, and nature.

The Ghibli catalog consists mainly of feature films noted for hand-drawn animation, rich landscapes, and themes such as nature, pacifism, and personal growth. Notable titles include My Neighbor Totoro (1988), Kiki's Delivery Service (1989), Princess Mononoke (1997), Spirited Away (2001), Howl's Moving Castle (2004), Ponyo (2008), and The Wind Rises (2013). Spirited Away won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2003. The films are known for their strong characters, emotional depth, and blending of folklore with contemporary concerns, often featuring memorable music by Joe Hisaishi.

Ghiblis have had a substantial impact on global animation, helping to shape international audiences' expectations for animated cinema. The company operates the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo, and maintains an international distribution footprint through multiple licensing partners. In the United States, Studio Ghibli films have been released by major distributors such as Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, with later reissues and handling by specialty distributors and local partners.

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