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Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron wins two Annie Awards

By on February 19, 2024

Japanese anime director Hayao Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron” presented with grand visuals and a complex story about a spoiled 10-year old boy growing up, won the Annie Awards for best character animation and best story boarding.

The 51st Annie Awards ceremony which honors excellent animated works held in Los Angeles, chose “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” as the best feature film.

Takeshi Honda, animation director for the Miyazaki movie, “Kimitachi wa Do Ikiru ka,” its title in Japanese, received the best character animation trophy.

Set in 1940s Japan during World War II, the protagonist, a 10-year old boy named Mahito, is moved to the countryside by his wealthy father who relocates his airplane parts factory to avoid bombing.

Living a sheltered childhood, the family’s wealth sets him apart for the other children.  He sets out on a journey to his own world where choices are not dictated by adults.  The film contains some intense fantasy scenes and scary monsters that are typical in Studio Ghibli movies.

Jo Hisaishi, musical composer for Miyazaki’s works including “The Boy and the Heron,” was among those given the Winsor McCay Awards in recognition of his valuable contribution to the promotion of animes.

 

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