Movies directed by Isao Takahata

Grave of the Fireflies (1988)

89 mins     Animation, Drama, War      

I will leave the synopsis there because "Grave of the Fireflies" is one of those movies which have to be watched to be understood, to be able to comprehend not only the story but also the look. And that sadly means it is a mo...

Only Yesterday (1991)

118 mins     Animation, Drama, Romance      

Only Yesterday: Twenty-something Taeko heads for a holiday in the countryside having come to a crossroads in life and it makes her think about her childhood...

Pom Poko (1994)

119 mins     Animation, Comedy, Drama      

Pom Poko: Near Tokyo, shape shifting raccoons fight to protect their homes from destruction due to man building homes on it....

My Neighbours the Yamadas (1999)

104 mins     Animation, Comedy, Family      

I have had the pleasure of watching a few Studio Ghibli movies but am no where near being an expert. But I have learned something and that is not to watch a Studio Ghibli movie expecting to see something similar to what you m...