Coinciding With The Film’s 30th Anniversary,
New Hardcover Release Joins The Studio Ghibli Art Book Collection And
Features A Stunning Array Of Illustrations, Character Artwork And
Insights From The Pioneering Creator
San Francisco, CA, September 8, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier
company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global
entertainment licensing, presents a special new offering to fans of the
work of famed anime visionary Hayao Miyazaki with the release of THE
ART OF CASTLE IN THE SKY on October 18th.
This
beautiful hardcover edition joins VIZ Media’s highly commended series
of art books showcasing Studio Ghibli films. THE ART OF CASTLE IN THE
SKY’s debut also coincides with the 30th Anniversary of the original release of the film. THE ART OF CASTLE IN THE SKY will carry an MSRP of $34.99 U.S. / $39.99 CAN.
Hayao Miyazaki’s Castle in the Sky
was the first feature film produced by the legendary Studio Ghibli.
Sheeta, a girl who has the power to defy gravity, is on the run from
pirates when she meets the young inventor Pazu. Together they explore
the secrets of Laputa, a flying city constructed by a long-lost race of
people. All of Miyazaki’s major themes – the power of flight, the
bravery of young women, and a world wrecked by change – are captured
with beautiful animation and joyous storytelling.
“We
are proud to release this gorgeously illustrated book that celebrates
the extraordinary artwork of Hayao Miyazaki’s groundbreaking film,” says
Masumi Washington, Senior Editorial Director. “This
comprehensive edition is packed with the film’s art, from conception to
final release, as well as commentary and insights from Miyazaki
himself. It makes a fitting addition to our extensive Studio Ghibli
library.”
Hayao Miyazaki is one of Japan's most beloved animation directors. His first feature, The Castle of Cagliostro, was released in 1979 and his critically acclaimed film, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind,
which was based on his own manga, was released in 1984. In 1985,
Miyazaki cofounded Studio Ghibli, through which he directed the box
office smashes Princess Mononoke (1997) and Spirited Away (2001), which won the Golden Bear at the 2002 Berlin International Film Festival and the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature Film in 2003. Howl's Moving Castle (2004)
received the Osella Award for technical achievement at the 2004 Venice
International Film Festival. In 2005, VIFF awarded Miyazaki the Golden
Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement.
Miyazaki’s other acclaimed films include My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service and Ponyo.
Miyazaki's essays, interviews and memoirs have been collected in
STARTING POINT: 1979–1996 and TURNING POINT: 1997–2008. His final film, The Wind Rises, was nominated for both a Golden Globe and an Academy Award®. In November 2014, Miyazaki received an honorary Academy Award® at the academy's sixth annual Governor's Awards.
For information on other award-winning anime and manga titles from VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.
About VIZ Media, LLC
Established
in 1986, VIZ Media is the premier company in the field of publishing,
animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing. Along with
its popular digital magazine WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP and blockbuster
properties like NARUTO, DRAGON BALL, SAILOR MOON, and POKÉMON, VIZ Media
offers an extensive library of titles and original content in a wide
variety of book and video formats, as well as through official licensed
merchandise. Owned by three of Japan's largest publishing and
entertainment companies, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and
Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is dedicated to
bringing the best titles for English-speaking audiences worldwide.
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