I am an animator. I feel like I’m the manager of a animation cinema factory. I am not an executive. I’m rather like a foreman, like the boss of a team of craftsmen. That is the spirit of how I work.
Meaning of the quote
As an animator, Hayao Miyazaki sees himself more as the manager of an animation movie factory, rather than a top executive. He thinks of himself as a foreman, the boss of a team of skilled workers, who oversees the creative process. This is the way Miyazaki approaches his work, with a hands-on, collaborative spirit.
About Hayao Miyazaki
Hayao Miyazaki is a renowned Japanese animator, filmmaker, and manga artist who co-founded the acclaimed Studio Ghibli. He has created numerous critically acclaimed animated films that have captivated audiences worldwide, cementing his legacy as one of the most accomplished filmmakers in the history of animation.
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