Japanese writer/director Kenichi Ugana has made a name for himself among cult and genre fans, with chaotic hits such as Love Will Tear Us Apart, We Are Aliens, and The Gesuidouz. Usually delivered in a collision of genres, like comedy, horror, and fantasy, Ugana’s films often explore the human condition while showcasing his passion for…
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Film Review: The Tale of Princess Kaguya (2013)
The most striking part of The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013) is its fresh and innovative animation style which parts from the boldness we are so used to seeing in Studio Ghibli’s more refined films. Director Isao Takahata, who has worked on other Ghibli films (Grave of the Fireflies, Only Yesterday, Pom Poko and My Neighbours…