L’Art Magazine

Legendary storyteller Hayao Miyazaki is back and fans can barely contain their excitement! Studio Ghibli’s latest film, The Boy and the Heron, is set to captivate audiences once again with Miyazaki’s signature style and enchanting storytelling.

This eagerly awaited movie, initially thought to be his last, will have special preview engagements in NYC and LA starting from November 22nd. It’s been a decade since Miyazaki’s last feature film, making The Boy and the Heron even more special for fans who have eagerly anticipated his return. Written and directed by the Academy Award®-winning director himself, this hand-drawn masterpiece promises to be an extraordinary cinematic experience.

Produced by Toshio Suzuki, co-founder of Studio Ghibli, The Boy and the Heron boasts an outstanding musical score composed by Joe Hisaishi, one of Miyazaki’s long-time collaborators. Adding to the film’s allure, the theme song “Spinning Globe” was penned and performed by none other than global J-pop superstar Kenshi Yonezu.

But that’s not all! Brace yourself for an extraordinary English dub as well. The film features a star-studded voice cast that includes Christian Bale, Dave Bautista, Gemma Chan, Willem Dafoe, Karen Fukuhara, Mark Hamill, Robert Pattinson, and Florence Pugh. With such talent lending their voices to these beloved characters, it’s safe to say that the English version will be just as captivating as the original.

Are you all set for another Studio Ghibli masterpiece? We certainly are! In preparation, we’ve already stocked up on a fresh supply of tissues, ready to be swept away by the emotion and beauty that Miyazaki so effortlessly brings to the screen.

So mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the tender and magical world of The Boy and the Heron. Join us in celebrating as Hayao Miyazaki once again enchants audiences with his unparalleled storytelling. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness this extraordinary cinematic treasure.

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