Japan excels at taking anime beyond the realms of cosplay and conventions to create a fully realized experience. Whether you’re enjoying Naruto- or Studio Ghibli-themed theme parks or a dish based on your favorite anime, you’re no longer a passive onlooker. Instead, you get closer
All of Makoto Shinkai’s animated features have depicted inspiring, thought-provoking tales of people whose lives are enriched by their relationships with others despite the odds. This holds true for Suzume, Shinkai’s most recent feature, which was produced by CoMix Wave Films and released internationally via
On April 14, 2023, Japanese animation film Suzume no Tojimari premiered in theaters. It’s a huge success, just like all of Makato Shinkai’s other movies. The author’s distinct voice as a storyteller has made his films, such as Ghibli, become increasingly recognizable brands. Critics were
Everyone knows by now that Makoto Shinkai’s third masterpiece, Suzume, has become a worldwide phenomenon. You have to admit that even though it feels overwhelming at the time, this doesn’t happen all the time. This also guarantees that the film will be highly recommended by
Makoto Shinkai’s latest film Suzume has been a trending topic since its release. The film broke records one after another at the Japanese box office and stayed in the top 10 list for weeks. In Japan alone, the film has grossed over $250 million in revenue.
What is it about Shinkai’s art that so many people connect with? First and foremost, it’s stunning. He’s a master of light and shadow, adding visual flair to his animated tales that only adds to their charm. Yet it’s not simply the gorgeous animation—Shinkai conveys
One of the most successful movies of 2016 was Suzume no Tojimari. The picture spent weeks in the top three spots before plummeting to ninth. As the film is now making its way to Western audiences, you no longer have to speculate as to what
Suzume is a modern action adventure road movie where a 17-year-old girl named Suzume assists a strange young man in closing exterior portals that are spewing calamities all around Japan. Suzume is directed and was written during the lockdown by Shinkai, who also wrote the
Shinkai’s Suzume Film Nominated At 73rd Berlin International Film Festival On January 23, Jiji Press announced that Makato Shinkai’s anime film Suzume no Tojimari has been nominated at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival. The film is the first Japanese film to compete for the
The Japan Academy Film Prize Association held a press conference in Tokyo on Monday, revealing the nominees for various awards for its 46th annual event. The list includes five animation films and some live-action films for different categories. The 46th Annual Japan Academy Film Prize
Suzume continues to hit milestone after milestone since its release last year. Not only it is standing strong in the top 10 highest-grossing films every week but has also become one of the highest-grossing films of all time. As of Sunday, which marks the movie’s
The last year has witnessed some of the most dominating anime films at the Japanese box office. One Piece Film: Red, Suzume, The First Slam Dunk, and many more have taken the top spot and reigned for a long time instead of dropping off in