
The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness(2013)
A year inside the world of Studio Ghibli.
Follows the behind-the-scenes work of Studio Ghibli, focusing on the notable figures Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and Toshio Suzuki.



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