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The white-haired visage of legendary Studio Ghibli animator Hayao Miyazaki, emblazoned with a bold quote: “Anime was a mistake.” And you may have asked, “Did he actually say that?” The...
"Anime Was a Mistake" is a troll quote misattributed to Hayao Miyazaki, one of the most popular and influential Japanese artists and film directors in anime history, that conveys a strong sense of disdain towards the art of anime and its fanbase at large, including those who identify themselves with weeaboo and otaku subcultures.
"Anime was a mistake," is a humorist short-form of what Miyazaki spoke about in the Golden Times interview. There is some humor in it, especially for fans of both his work and other...
Some people don’t like him because of it (in private), and others love Hayao Miyazaki for his raw honesty and commitment to his craft in anime. That’s part of the reason why Hayao Miyazaki’s “anime was a mistake” meme and quote came about. People misinterpreted his message on purpose, or they just wanted attention.
Myth: He said anime was a mistake. Jun Sato/Getty Images. In all fairness to anyone who may have believed that Hayao Miyazaki said the phrase "Anime was a mistake," it isn't...
I'm sure you've seen it and have wondered: Did Miyazaki actually say "anime was a mistake"? Well, the short answer is no, Miyazaki didn't actually say the words "anime was a mistake." The long answer? It's complicated. Let's get into it. (For reference, here's a GIF of that misquoted moment.)
• 7mo • 2 min read. Floating around the internet are countless memes featuring Hayao Miyazaki drawing a peaceful scene and uttering what is considered his most controversial quote, "Anime...
