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Hayao Miyazaki is a celebrated name in the Japanese film industry. To say he is popular would be an understatement, considering his massive impact on artists. His views alone have stirred the pot frequently.
From technology to AI, the Ghibli animator has opened up about his qualms. One of the most notable controversies is his stance on anime and action shows. But there is a director so esteemed that he’d put the Ghibli animator to shame with his stance.
Among the likes of Akira Kurosawa, Takeshi Kitano holds a ground-breaking record. But that is not all considering his disdain for the Ghibli Director and anime on the whole.
Interestingly, his beliefs and ideas are resounding about the reality of the Japanese film industry. The auteur, artist, and creators are treated differently as the Director points out.
Legendary Japanese Director “hates” anime and Miyazaki
It isn’t uncommon to witness hate and a general dislike toward anime as a medium. For decades, many have looked it down upon as a low-brow cartoon. Little do people understand the intricacies and subtleties of the art.
Among the haters, though, is the celebrated and esteemed animator,Hayao Miyazaki. Apart from being an astute storyteller, he is known for stirring up the hornet’s nest through his stances. But there’s more to it than meets the eye.
On many occasions, his opinions on technology and advancements have radicalized artists. With animatorsjumping on the AI bandwagon, his views are symbolic of his dissent. Notably, this ties well with his ideas regarding new-age anime.
And though he is lauded for his staunch perspectives, he has garnered contention as well. This extends to a legendary Japanese filmmaker who couldn’t help but “hate” the Ghibli Director and anime as well.
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In an interview withTokyo Reporter, Takeshi Kitano opened up about his “hate” for the Ghibli Director. He quoted:
I hate anime, and I especially hate [Hayao] Miyazaki. But his films make a lot of money, so I respect him,” Kitano was quoted as saying.
Other thanAkira Kurosawa, Hiroshi Inagaki, and Miyazaki, Kitano is the recipient of the Golden Lion Award. His notable works includeHana-Bi, Sonatine, Outrage Beyond, andTakeshi’s Castle.
And though it seems contentious, it makes sense considering the kowtowing culture in the creative industry. His stance resounds the need to break away from the monotony of homogenization that the art world is heading toward. It also highlights the binaries of auteurs, artists, and everything in between.
Auteur, Artists and the in-betweens
Often, the likes of Kurosawa and Miyazaki are deemed auteurs. Simply put, their influence on the film space on the whole has been massive. FromRashomontoPrincess Mononoke, both directors are exemplary in most aspects.
And while the awards and accolades are symbolic of legendary feats, they highlightmajor discrepancieswithin the art spaces. They’re pivotal in understanding the binaries and hierarchies of the filmmaking process on the whole.
Kitano’s stance regarding his hate reverberates reality in more ways than one. The binaries of artists, auteurs, and creators have often fuelled rivalries among filmmakers.Yoshiyuki Tomino and Miyazaki’s dynamicis one such case.
Both are exemplars of their influence on mecha and fantasy genres. Regardless of that, Tomino’s views on Miyazaki are crucial in understanding the latter’s towering impact on the film industry. Its chokehold on the artists is symbolic of its benchmark status.
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For decades, Ghibli has set a precedent for many artists and animators. And though there are rivalries, there’s mutual respect between artists. By and by, Kitano’s contentious stance highlights the endearing friendships between artists in the perilous hustle.
Himanshi Jeswani
Anime Writer
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Himanshi Jeswani is an anime writer at Fandomwire, with her work spanning over 900 articles. Her articles cover shojo, shonen, seinen, and all things beyond. Her interests, however, aren’t limited to simply anime. She has a penchant for exploring different genres of manga, be it horror, yanki, music, and food. She brings out her specialization and expertise in the performing arts through her articles. As a writer, she strives to bridge the gap between the viewers and the medium itself. To her, anime is a revolutionary medium that is capable of creating communities and stories after all.
