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  1. Isao Takahata (高畑 勲, Takahata Isao, October 29, 1935 – April 5, 2018) was a Japanese director, screenwriter and producer. A co-founder of Studio Ghibli, he earned international critical acclaim for his work as a director of Japanese animated feature films.

    • Grave of the Fireflies (1988) Grave of the Fireflies, an animated masterpiece that made its mark on cinema history, is still one of the most profound anti-war films ever made.
    • The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013) The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, released in 2013, is the last anime directed by Takahata. Completed over eight years, it is a free adaptation of the 10th-century Japanese tale Taketori Monogatari.
    • Pom Poko (1994) Pom Poko, released in 1994, is based on Kenji Miyazawa’s short story Futago no hoshi. The protagonists are the tanuki (animals also known as “raccoon dogs“) who inhabit Tama Hill and their battle against humans who want to clear it for redevelopment into a residential area.
    • Only Yesterday (1991) Only Yesterday is Isao Takahata’s second directorial project under the Studio Ghibli banner. It’s adapted from the homonymous manga by Hotaro Okamoto and Yuko Tone.
  2. Apr 5, 2018 · Isao Takahata (October 29, 1935 - April 5, 2018), co-founder of Studio Ghibli, was one of the most famous directors of Japanese animated films. Unlike most anime directors, he did not draw and never worked as an animator before becoming a director.

  3. This list contains films by Japanese writer/director/animator Isao Takahata. Note #1:Panda Kopanda (1972) and Panda Kopanda Amefuri Sâkasu No Maki (1973) are short films. Note #2: Yanagawa Horiwari Monogatari (1987) is a documentary.

  4. Isao Takahata Movies - Best to Worst. Isao Takahata is not nearly appreciated enough. His film-making craft is virtually unmatched in the world of animation - or otherwise really. He's not as consistent as the more well known Miyazaki, but his peaks are absolutely just as high.

  5. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the ten best Isao Takahata films of all time. 10. Panda! Go Panda! (1973) “Panda! Go Panda!” presents the heartwarming tale of Mimiko, a young girl who encounters Papa Panda and his adorable offspring, Panny, as they seek shelter in her quaint village home.

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  7. May 11, 2023 · He directed several acclaimed animated films throughout his career, including Grave of the Fireflies, Only Yesterday, Pom Poko, My Neighbors the Yamadas and The Tale of Princess Kaguya. Takahata's films often tackled mature and complex themes, and his innovative animation techniques helped to redefine the genre.

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