CFP: Book Proposal for Japanese Animation: Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and
Studio Ghibli
Deadline for proposals: June 15, 2004
With the explosion of anime imported into American book, television, and film
industries, this book offers the opportunity for scholars to consider the
impressive and popular appeal of films produced through the Japanese animation
studio, Ghibli. At the forefront is Hayao Miyazaki, who most recently has
received international acclaim in both the United States (an Oscar for best
animated film -- 2003) and in Germany (tied for the Golden Bear -- 2003) for
his
work, Spirited Away (Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi). However, Miyazaki has been
for many years a critical and economic success both in his native Japan as well
as in other Asian countries. In addition, with the release of many of his
animated works in the United States through a highly publicized distribution
deal with Disney, there is rising interest in discussing his body of work.
Scholarly discussion of these films is much needed because Studio Ghibli films,
through their stunning animated scenes of flight and wonder not only celebrate
humanity but also ask complex questions about relationship of human beings to
nature as well as to each other. The films, therefore, have that rare quality:
immensely popular yet will reward critical inquiry. An editor at the University
of Mississippi Press has expressed considerable interest in this project.
I invite submissions on any film (or text) produced by this Studio from a
variety of methodological approaches (sociological, literary, film studies,
cultural studies, Asian studies, etc.). Articles should be 6500-7500 words long
and include what and how many illustrations will be needed.
Please send a proposal of 250-500 words and a CV/resume by June 15, 2004 to
e-mail or snail mail address below. (Early inquiries and submissions are highly
encouraged). Final drafts of articles will be due: November 1, 2004
e-mail: [log in to unmask]
snail mail: Wendy Goldberg
United States Coast Guard Academy
Dept. of Humanities (dhe)
15 Mohegan Ave.
New London, CT 06230
note: I have particular interest in scholarly articles covering the lesser
known or studied of the Studio Ghibli films (Porco Rosso, PonPoko, Whisper of
the Heart, Omohide Poroporo (Only Yesterday), Grave of the Fireflies, Kiki’s
Delivery Service, Laputa: Castle in the Sky).
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