Hayao Miyazaki's fond cinematic farewell is part historical drama and part loving tribute. As it stands, it may not be his most iconic work, but it is certainly an emotional farewell for a much-beloved film genius. Based on a short story of the same name, "The Wind Rises" is a biographical animated film depicting the life and and times of Jiro Horikoshi — chief engineer of several Japanese fighter planes during World War II. The film, albeit loosely based on Jiro's life, serves as more of a tribute to his passion for aviation more than anything else. As part of such, Miyazaki doesn't shy away from the irony that exists between Jiro's lifelong dedication to pacifism and his involvement with wartime efforts. In fact, Miyazki paints an empathetic portrait of a humble man who struggled to balance passion with morality.
The Wind Rises
The Wind Rises
The Wind Rises
Hayao Miyazaki's fond cinematic farewell is part historical drama and part loving tribute. As it stands, it may not be his most iconic work, but it is certainly an emotional farewell for a much-beloved film genius. Based on a short story of the same name, "The Wind Rises" is a biographical animated film depicting the life and and times of Jiro Horikoshi — chief engineer of several Japanese fighter planes during World War II. The film, albeit loosely based on Jiro's life, serves as more of a tribute to his passion for aviation more than anything else. As part of such, Miyazaki doesn't shy away from the irony that exists between Jiro's lifelong dedication to pacifism and his involvement with wartime efforts. In fact, Miyazki paints an empathetic portrait of a humble man who struggled to balance passion with morality.