Makoto

Makoto Shinkai’s Most Mature Work to Date

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susume continues Makoto Shinkai’s tradition of delivering a heartfelt story that touches on love, grief, and the relationship between man and nature. Thanks to his reputation for creating visually stunning films that explore complex themes and emotions, Shinkai has established himself as a master of anime. For those familiar with the director’s previous works, susume … Read more

The Towering Fear: Makoto Shinkai on Suzume | interview

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Thankfully, Shinkai has decided to pave his way and become the only Makoto Shinkai, focusing on the distance between people, Japanese myths, and adolescent love. Whether it’s the literal light years between the young lovers of his 2002 OVA “Voices of a Distant Star” or learning of someone through the act of switching bodies in … Read more