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#Perspective / ChatGPT AI art trend: Celebrating or stealing Ghibli's charm?

AI-generated Ghibli-style images flood social media, sparking debate over artistic integrity. While AI mimics Miyazaki’s style, it lacks storytelling depth. As technology evolves, the question remains — can AI replicate the emotional magic that defines true animation artistry?

Opinion / Miyazaki, AI, and the weight of human ingenuity in art

One ought to adhere to a certain level of reverence when talking about Hayao Miyazaki. The man has dedicated his life to a form of animation that values patience over production speed, detail over efficiency, and emotion over mere aesthetics. Back in 2016, he made a public statement regarding AI-generated art, where he called it an “insult to life itself”. To therefore understand the weight of the proclamation itself is to understand the nature of his art.

Hayao Miyazaki awarded Asia's ‘Nobel Prize’

Recently, in recognition of his contributions to the arts, Miyazaki was announced as this year’s winner of the Ramon Magsaysay Award, popularly known as Asia’s Nobel Prize.

Cannes 2024: Studio Ghibli makes history with honourary Palme d’Or

Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese anime studio that has captured the imagination of fans for the last 39 years with its magical creatures and floating castles, was awarded an honourary Palme d'Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ set to hit Netflix screens globally

The enchanting tale of "The Boy and the Heron", an Oscar-winning animated masterpiece from the renowned Studio Ghibli, is poised to captivate audiences worldwide as it prepares to make its debut on Netflix. Originally titled "Kimitachi wa Dou Ikiru Ka," the film, crafted by the visionary Hayao Miyazaki, clinched the prestigious Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, solidifying its place as a cinematic gem. 

Terrifying yet comforting: What makes Spirited Away a must-watch?

Spirited Away was created with so much care and creativity that makes watching it an experience that should not be missed.

Without any promotion, Japanese anime master Miyazaki's likely final film opens

The only information released was a poster drawn by Miyazaki - and even that was only sent to a limited number of cinemas.

Studio Ghibli to release Miyazaki's final masterpiece with no trailer or image

Good news for Studio Ghibli fans, Hayao Miyazaki's final "How Do You Live?" will be released in Japanese theaters this summer. However, the makers have used a unique strategy, they are not going to release its trailers or new photos until the film is released. 

Why Studio Ghibli’s men are the standard

Studio Ghibli's portrayal of men is deemed as the standard by many.

March 29, 2025
March 29, 2025

ChatGPT AI art trend: Celebrating or stealing Ghibli's charm?

AI-generated Ghibli-style images flood social media, sparking debate over artistic integrity. While AI mimics Miyazaki’s style, it lacks storytelling depth. As technology evolves, the question remains — can AI replicate the emotional magic that defines true animation artistry?

March 29, 2025
March 29, 2025

Miyazaki, AI, and the weight of human ingenuity in art

One ought to adhere to a certain level of reverence when talking about Hayao Miyazaki. The man has dedicated his life to a form of animation that values patience over production speed, detail over efficiency, and emotion over mere aesthetics. Back in 2016, he made a public statement regarding AI-generated art, where he called it an “insult to life itself”. To therefore understand the weight of the proclamation itself is to understand the nature of his art.

September 2, 2024
September 2, 2024

Hayao Miyazaki awarded Asia's ‘Nobel Prize’

Recently, in recognition of his contributions to the arts, Miyazaki was announced as this year’s winner of the Ramon Magsaysay Award, popularly known as Asia’s Nobel Prize.

May 21, 2024
May 21, 2024

Cannes 2024: Studio Ghibli makes history with honourary Palme d’Or

Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese anime studio that has captured the imagination of fans for the last 39 years with its magical creatures and floating castles, was awarded an honourary Palme d'Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024

Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ set to hit Netflix screens globally

The enchanting tale of "The Boy and the Heron", an Oscar-winning animated masterpiece from the renowned Studio Ghibli, is poised to captivate audiences worldwide as it prepares to make its debut on Netflix. Originally titled "Kimitachi wa Dou Ikiru Ka," the film, crafted by the visionary Hayao Miyazaki, clinched the prestigious Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, solidifying its place as a cinematic gem. 

September 28, 2023
September 28, 2023

Terrifying yet comforting: What makes Spirited Away a must-watch?

Spirited Away was created with so much care and creativity that makes watching it an experience that should not be missed.

July 18, 2023
July 18, 2023

Without any promotion, Japanese anime master Miyazaki's likely final film opens

The only information released was a poster drawn by Miyazaki - and even that was only sent to a limited number of cinemas.

June 4, 2023
June 4, 2023

Studio Ghibli to release Miyazaki's final masterpiece with no trailer or image

Good news for Studio Ghibli fans, Hayao Miyazaki's final "How Do You Live?" will be released in Japanese theaters this summer. However, the makers have used a unique strategy, they are not going to release its trailers or new photos until the film is released. 

April 28, 2023
April 28, 2023

Why Studio Ghibli’s men are the standard

Studio Ghibli's portrayal of men is deemed as the standard by many.

March 23, 2023
March 23, 2023

We love Studio Ghibli’s female characters, here’s why

Amid all the media which hyper-sexualises women and puts them into boxes, Studio Ghibli movies feel like a breath of fresh air.