THE MAN WHO LEAPT THROUGH FILM The Art of Mamoru Hosoda

An illustrated overview of writer/director/animator Mamoru Hosoda's Academy Award-nominated movies and career, including previously unpublished storyboards, background paintings, character designs, and concept art. Written by renowned animation critic and historian Charles Solomon (The Art of WolfWalkers) and featuring exclusive interviews -- this is the ultimate companion piece to Hosoda's work. Writer/director/animator Mamoru Hosoda’s work includes Belle (2021), the Academy Award–nominated Mirai (2018); The Boy and the Beast (2015); Wolf Children (2012); Summer Wars (2009); and The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006). He is the co-founder of Studio Chizu, one of Japan's premier animation studios. Journey into the mind and creative process of one of the most celebrated anime directors working today.