Ben je fan van 'Aya und die Hexe' (2021) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt een lijst van 10 titels die dezelfde magische sfeer, avontuur en unieke animatiestijl delen. Of je nu houdt van betoverende verhalen of mysterieuze werelden, hier vind je zeker iets naar je smaak!

My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
Beschreibung: A heartwarming story blending the mundane with the magical, focusing on childhood wonder and nature's mysteries.
Fakt: Totoro became the mascot for Studio Ghibli. The film was originally released as a double feature with 'Grave of the Fireflies.'


Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)
Beschreibung: A coming-of-age story featuring a young witch navigating independence and self-discovery, blending magical elements with everyday life.
Fakt: The film was inspired by a novel of the same name by Eiko Kadono. The town in the movie is based on various European cities, including Stockholm and Visby.


Porco Rosso (1992)
Beschreibung: A unique blend of aviation adventure and fantasy, featuring a cursed pilot and a nostalgic, dreamlike atmosphere.
Fakt: The film was initially planned as an in-flight movie for Japan Airlines. The setting is inspired by the Adriatic Sea.


Whisper of the Heart (1995)
Beschreibung: A grounded yet magical story about creativity and self-discovery, with subtle fantastical elements woven into reality.
Fakt: It was the directorial debut of Yoshifumi Kondō. The film features the song 'Country Roads,' which plays a significant role in the plot.


Spirited Away (2001)
Beschreibung: A fantastical journey filled with magical creatures and transformative experiences, exploring themes of identity and resilience.
Fakt: It was the first anime film to win an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The bathhouse setting was inspired by real locations in Japan.


Howl's Moving Castle (2004)
Beschreibung: A whimsical tale with a strong-willed protagonist, enchanted objects, and a magical world that defies logic.
Fakt: The film is based on a British novel by Diana Wynne Jones. The moving castle's design was inspired by steampunk aesthetics.


The Cat Returns (2002)
Beschreibung: A lighthearted fantasy where a girl is whisked away into a magical feline world, blending humor and enchantment.
Fakt: It originated as a spin-off from 'Whisper of the Heart.' The Cat Kingdom was designed with intricate, playful details.


Ponyo (2008)
Beschreibung: A vibrant, fairy-tale-like adventure centered around a magical creature and a young child, emphasizing friendship and transformation.
Fakt: The animation used traditional hand-drawn techniques, with over 170,000 individual frames. The story is loosely based on 'The Little Mermaid.'


From Up on Poppy Hill (2011)
Beschreibung: A nostalgic story set in post-war Japan, mixing everyday life with a sense of wonder and historical charm.
Fakt: The film is based on a manga by Tetsurō Sayama. The animation meticulously recreates 1960s Yokohama.


When Marnie Was There (2014)
Beschreibung: A hauntingly beautiful tale of friendship and mystery, blending emotional depth with a touch of the supernatural.
Fakt: It was the last film produced by Studio Ghibli before its temporary hiatus. The story is based on a British novel by Joan G. Robinson.
