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This 8-Bit Tribute To Hayao Miyazaki Is Short, Sweet, And Amazing


Hayao Miyazaki is a legend of cinema. He’s a man capable of creating worlds, brimming with life and vibrancy that extend beyond the confines of the silver screen. His tales become the stuff of legend, and his characters cut to the very core of the human condition.

There’s a subtle brilliance in Miyazaki’s work that’s inspired countless to create, explore, and even wonder about a world we as a people have become so jaded about.

Animator Pablo Fernández Eyre expressed his adoration for the legendary creator’s work in a short, sweet video that crams references to just about every Miyazaki flick into one 45-second burst. All of the majors are there, from Spirited Away, to My Neighbor Totoro and Kiki’s Delivery Service. Astute viewers will note, though, that even more offbeat references, like Lupin (and his roadster) from Castle of Cagliostro were included.

It’s a wonderful tribute to Miyazaki, whose work will live on in some form or another for generations to come.

Well, unless you’re a Sherlock Hound fan. Then, apparently, you’re out of luck.

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Samantha Ferreira

Samantha Ferreira is Anime Herald’s founder and editor-in-chief. A Rhode Island native, Samantha has been an anime fan since 1992, and an active member of the anime press since 2002, when she began working as a reviewer for Anime Dream. She launched Anime Herald in 2010, and continues to oversee its operations to this day. Outside of journalism, Samantha actively studies the history of the North American anime fandom and industry, with a particular focus on the 2000s anime boom and bust. She’s a huge fan of all things Sakura Wars, and maintains series fansite Combat Revue Review when she has free time available. When not in the Anime Herald Discord, Samantha can typically be found on Bluesky.

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