Ghibli Fest 2024 | WHISPER OF THE HEART

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WHISPER OF THE HEART — August 25 & 27
THE CAT RETURNS — August 26 & 28
HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE (20th Anniversary) — September 26–October 3
KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE (35th Anniversary) — October 26–30
POM POKO (30th Anniversary) — November 24 & 26
THE TALE OF THE PRINCESS KAGUYA — November 25 & 27
MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO — December 7–11

STUDIO GHIBLI FEST is back in theaters in its biggest year yet. In 2023, Studio Ghibli Fest broke box office records with the first-ever nationwide retrospective of director Hayao Miyazaki’s works. Now, coming off the blockbuster theatrical release and triumphant Oscar win for Hayao Miyazaki’s latest feature THE BOY AND THE HERON, GKIDS and Fathom are thrilled for audiences to continue to celebrate this iconic studio, with an all-new selection of fan favorites and iconic titles alike.

This year’s lineup highlights the works of studio co-founders Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, as well as directors Yoshifumi Kondo, Hiroyuki Morita, and Hiromasa Yonebayashi. In celebration of Hayao Miyazaki’s recent Oscar win, Studio Ghibli Fest 2024 kicks off with the acclaimed director’s previous Academy Award-winning feature, SPIRITED AWAY, which took home the Oscar in 2001. The lineup additionally includes special celebrations for the Howl’s Moving Castle 20th Anniversary, Kiki’s Delivery Service 25th Anniversary, and Pom Poko 30th Anniversary. GKIDS are proud to continue their partnership with Fathom and expand STUDIO GHIBLI FEST 2024 to even more play dates than ever to meet increased fan demand.

Each of the 14 animated features will be shown in both original Japanese and English dubbed versions and will include surprise special extra content as well.

[huwalfadillah]

This film felt like a warm hug i've always longed for. Not only my favorite Ghibli, but also one of my favorite films of all time. What an absolute shame we never got to see any more from Kondo.

[MattiasPilhede]

One of my favorites, and if you're an aspiring artist it's a must-watch

[Megapig]

I love how this movie got the Ratatouille treatment online. All of the creators who grew up watching this movie or watched it recently have given it new life

[MarinMBGillette]

One of my all-time favorite Ghibli movies. I used to consider it Ghibli's hidden masterpiece, but it feels like more and more people keep discovering it every year. Definitely see it on the big screen if you can, especially if you still haven't seen it yet; you'll be in for a wonderful experience.

[thetruej]

I love this movie so much. Whenever I'm in the mood for Studio Ghibli movies, Whisper of the Heart is one of my favorites to watch.

[violetmusic]

My comfort movie. I’ve seen it seven times just this year

[MTTT]

My favourite Ghibli Movie. I even got my Blu Ray signed by Cary Elwes (The Baron).

[Spudtron]

This is _the_ hidden gem of Ghibli. Genuinely one of the greatest animated films of all time.

[HSKim-gund]

This was my favorite Ghbli movie and I was so obsessed with it when I was in highschool. I'm turning 40 this week. I'm going to watch this with my son who wants to be a writer like Shizuku. I think I'm gonna cry tomorrow!!!

[TheKingWhoWins]

Own it Blu-ray. Love this one. It's one of Ghibli's best hands down.

[jameskozy]

I really like how ghibli movies like this one portray the elderly. We don't respect and appreciate them enough.

[kemokage]

Love this movie, such a perfect representation of what it feels like to be a creator at Studio Ghibli who isn’t Miyazaki while also being a simple, down to earth, slice of life story that’s as soothing as a nice cup of tea

[redstreak]

So glad people appreciate this movie now. It seemed growing up people preferred Cat Returns over it but personally I liked this movie more. Also like how the two main characters in the dub are Riku and Naminé from Kingdom Hearts

[vgsquirrel]

This is far and away my favorite Ghibli movie. I can’t wait to see it in theaters.

[leotorol]

This movie is one of my favorites and the perfect comfort film I am so jealous of all the people from the us that get to watch it on theaters :((

[getmario]

Schaffrillas’ favorite film from Ghibli ranking.

[brucefields]

Anyone that hasn't seen it, it's showing next weekend and the week after in the States as part of the Studio Ghibli fest

[StarmisYTP]

Thank you for showing me my favorite movie of all time to theaters. It felt surreal.

[roblee]

I'd like to imagine the girls of Studio Ghibli hanging out together... and the fantasy-obsessed Shizuku fangirling over their adventures.

Shizuku: "I can't believe I'm in the same room with a witch, a fairy, a mermaid, a ghost, a dragon AND an alien! This is *AMAZING*! Love you guys SO much!"

Kiki, Arrietty, Ponyo, Mernie, Therru AND Kaguya: (simultaneously) "You're welcome."

[sle]

Haven't seen this in so long! Looking forward to it so much