Blank Check with Griffin & David The Boy and the Heron with J.D. Amato
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Dec 10, 2023 JD Amato, an expert on Studio Ghibli movies and their thematic implications, joins the hosts to discuss Hayao Miyazaki's personal history, creative process, animation styles of Ghibli films, and the thematic implications of 'The Boy and the Heron.' They also touch on Robert Pattinson's vocal performance, other animated films released this year, pitching projects, licensing Miyazaki films, Oscars potential for 'Spider-Verse,' making animated films, the legacy of Hayao Miyazaki's female characters, Disney vs. Jiminy, influencing award voters, complex emotions in the protagonist, 'Spawn' analysis, Shinto themes, movie review of 'Elemental,' frustrations with a streaming company's pitch document, new character 'Lady hee-me,' and the quest for perfection.
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Miyazaki's Collaborative Process
- Miyazaki struggled with delegation due to his perfectionism and involved himself heavily in key animation.
- For "The Boy and the Heron," he collaborated with longtime animators who brought diverse styles to the film.
Grief in Quiet Moments
- The film's emotional moments like the boy lying in a strange new bed depict profound grief.
- These subtle slice-of-life scenes convey trauma more intimately than grand narratives.
Respect Original Voice in Dubs
- When dubbing Miyazaki films, actors should respect original voice characterizations.
- Robert Pattinson emulated the original Heron's voice faithfully, enhancing the dub’s authenticity.