Kiriko: The Mysterious Mariner of Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron”
Introduction Hayao Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron” marks a triumphant return for the legendary animator, a movie that resonates along with his signature themes of childhood, loss, and the fragile steadiness between humanity and nature. Inside this intricately woven tapestry of fantasy and actuality, a compelling character emerges, one which anchors the narrative and…