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Celebrate Studio Ghibli

A celebration of one of the world's most beloved animation studios

24 Aug – 24 Sep

“Hugely imaginative, beautifully drawn Studio Ghibli films are a treat for young and old alike”

David Sproxton, Co-founder of Aardman Animations

Join us for a showcase of one of the most iconic animation studios in the world.

Headed by animation legend Hayao Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli has carved itself a name as one of the giants of animation alongside Disney, Pixar and Aardman Animations.

Ghibli has created internationally renowned works including Princess Mononoke (1997), My Neighbour Totoro (1988) and the Academy Award and Golden Bear winning Spirited Away (2001) alongside many more favourites.

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Films

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The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness

A rare glimpse into the inner workings of one of the most celebrated animation studios in the world

24 Aug 2017 119 mins

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Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind

A powerful epic that boasts a strong ecological message

25 Aug 2017 116 mins

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Grave of the Fireflies

A powerful and unforgettably emotional drama

25 Aug – 9 Sep 2017 88 mins

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My Neighbour Totoro

A heart-warming tale of innocence and the power of belief

25 Aug – 25 Sep 2017 86 mins

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Laputa: Castle in the Sky

A high flying adventure with spectacular animation and compelling characters

26 Aug – 24 Sep 2017 125 mins

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Spirited Away

Hayao Miyazaki's glorious mix of fantasy, folklore and social commentary for children of all ages

26 Aug – 15 Sep 2017 125 mins

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Howl's Moving Castle

Miyazaki's meticulously crafted and inventive fantasy

26 Aug – 25 Sep 2017 114 mins

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Princess Mononoke

A forest princess finds an unlikely ally as she struggles with forest gods and destructive humans

27 Aug – 10 Sep 2017 134 mins

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The Wind Rises

A gorgeous romantic tribute to the joy and wonder of aviation

27 Aug 2017 127 mins

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Kiki's Delivery Service

A delightfully imaginative film that will entertain boys and girls everywhere

28 Aug – 18 Sep 2017 103 mins

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Only Yesterday

Rich with humour and stirring emotion, and beautifully animated by one of the world's most revered animation studios

28 Aug 2017 119 mins

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Porco Rosso

An exhilarating ride you'll never forget

29 Aug 2017 93 mins

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Pom Poko

a tale of the clash between modern civilization and the natural world

31 Aug 2017 119 mins

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Whisper of the Heart

One magical summer, two friends will find each other

1 Sep 2017 111 mins

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Arrietty

Based on Mary Norton's classic fantasy novels

2 – 24 Sep 2017 94 mins

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Tales from Earthsea

Based on the best selling Earthsea fantasy novels by Ursula K. Le Guinn

2 – 12 Sep 2017 115 mins

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The Cat Returns

A magical animated adventure that will delight and inspire everyone

3 – 21 Sep 2017 75 mins

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Ocean Waves

A charming and resonant look at the tug of longing that so often comes with memory

3 Sep 2017 72 mins

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The Tale of the Princess Kaguya

A strikingly beautiful masterpiece

4 Sep 2017 137 mins

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Ponyo

An amazing underwater adventure for all ages

9 – 16 Sep 2017 100 mins

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From up on Poppy Hill

Perfectly captures the thrills of young romance and the hope of a new dawn

9 Sep 2017 91 mins

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My Neighbours the Yamadas

Join in the adventures of the quirky Yamada family - from the hilarious to the touching

10 Sep 2017 104 mins

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When Marnie Was There

Based on the beloved novel by Joan G. Robinson

24 Sep 2017 103 mins