The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles has opened a new exhibition immersing visitors in the aquatic world of Hayao Miyazaki's classic Ponyo. Dozens of drawings, storyboards, and other elements gifted by Studio Ghibli are on display, following the museum's 2021 opening retrospective dedicated to the Japanese animation master.
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures opened in 2021, featuring a retrospective dedicated to Hayao Miyazaki, the grand master of Japanese animation. Nearly five years later, a new exhibition focuses on his film Ponyo, showcasing dozens of drawings, storyboards, and other production elements gifted to the Los Angeles institution by Studio Ghibli.
Visitors can experience an immersive dive into Ponyo's aquatic realm through simulated waves, animation tables, and original sketches. The display highlights the creative process behind Miyazaki's cinematic classic, emphasizing the film's enchanting underwater narrative.
This exhibition underscores U.S.-Japan cultural ties, building on the museum's initial homage to Miyazaki's legacy in anime.