Okja

Bong admits to being a big admirer of Japanese anime master Hayao Miyazaki, whose 1984 film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind ‘was very important to me’. He adds: ‘When I was preparing Okja, I thought about Nausicaä’s portrayal of humanity’s relationship with nature. It’s a huge source of inspiration for films with ecological themes.’

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind in turn shaped 5 films

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For animation, it’s Hayao Miyazaki and 'My Neighbor Totoro' that comes to mind. It's truly a masterpiece in how it portrays children’s point of view and their connection with nature. It's a huge influence on my approach to character and story.

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