Japan

—What does making a “cartoon movie” mean to you? Miyazaki: I just want to make films I want to see. I think that cartoon movies above all help our spirits relax, they make us feel happy, and they make us feel refreshed. And while doing so, they may also allow us to escape from ourselves

Despite the fact that we had come on this trip together—even if it was only a two-day trip—I felt as if the person moving steadily away from me, Sensei, was a stranger.

Even a strong, well-built ship can be blown off course. We have to find a way to enjoy the journey, even when we don’t get the results we hoped for. Sometimes, those surprising, unhoped-for results are a real blessing. Then we realize that life can be worthwhile without us being in control.

“It’s not what one is born with but what use one makes of that equipment.”

“Thank goodness for that! Saving someone’s life always puts a spring in your step for the rest of the day.”