Ben je fan van de magische wereld van 'Porco Rosso' (1992) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt een selectie van 10 titels die dezelfde betoverende sfeer, avontuur en unieke stijl delen. Of je nu houdt van luchtgevechten, mysterieuze hoofdpersonen of prachtige animatie, hier vind je gegarandeerd iets naar je smaak!

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984)
Beschreibung: A post-apocalyptic tale with strong environmental themes, featuring a brave protagonist who navigates a world of flying machines and ecological turmoil.
Fakt: Originally a manga series created by Hayao Miyazaki, the film adaptation was released before Studio Ghibli was officially founded.


Castle in the Sky (1986)
Beschreibung: Features a strong sense of adventure, flying machines, and a blend of fantasy and steampunk aesthetics, with a focus on friendship and courage.
Fakt: The film's iconic floating castle, Laputa, inspired the name of the software company Pixar's rendering system.


My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
Beschreibung: A magical and heartwarming tale about childhood wonder, nature, and the bond between siblings, set in a lush rural landscape.
Fakt: Totoro became the official mascot of Studio Ghibli and is one of the most iconic characters in Japanese animation history.


Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)
Beschreibung: A charming coming-of-age story with a young female protagonist, set in a picturesque European-inspired town, emphasizing independence and self-discovery.
Fakt: The film's setting was inspired by the Swedish city of Visby, and it was the first Studio Ghibli film released under a distribution deal with Disney.


Pom Poko (1994)
Beschreibung: A unique blend of folklore and environmental themes, with shapeshifting raccoons fighting to save their habitat, combining humor and poignant social commentary.
Fakt: The film's title refers to the sound of raccoons drumming their bellies in Japanese folklore, and it was a box office success in Japan.


Whisper of the Heart (1995)
Beschreibung: A heartfelt story about creativity, dreams, and the journey of self-discovery, with a strong focus on the protagonist's personal growth and aspirations.
Fakt: This film was the directorial debut of Yoshifumi Kondō, a close collaborator of Hayao Miyazaki, and it features a cameo by the Baron from 'The Cat Returns'.


Howl's Moving Castle (2004)
Beschreibung: A magical story with a whimsical yet profound tone, featuring flying contraptions, war, and a focus on personal transformation and love.
Fakt: The film was inspired by Diana Wynne Jones' novel of the same name and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.


The Cat Returns (2002)
Beschreibung: A whimsical and lighthearted adventure featuring a young girl who finds herself in a fantastical world, emphasizing courage and self-belief.
Fakt: This film is a spin-off of 'Whisper of the Heart' and was originally planned as a short film for a theme park.


From Up on Poppy Hill (2011)
Beschreibung: A nostalgic and tender story set in post-war Japan, blending historical context with a touching narrative about youth, love, and preserving the past.
Fakt: The film is based on a manga by Tetsurō Sayama and was co-written by Hayao Miyazaki, though directed by his son, Gorō Miyazaki.


The Wind Rises (2013)
Beschreibung: A beautifully animated film that explores themes of dreams, aviation, and the bittersweet nature of life, blending historical elements with a deeply personal narrative.
Fakt: This was Hayao Miyazaki's final film before his initial retirement, and it is loosely based on the life of Jiro Horikoshi, the designer of the Mitsubishi A6M Zero fighter plane.
