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[on the future of hand-drawn animation] I'm actually not…

“[on the future of hand-drawn animation] I'm actually not that worried. I wouldn't give up on it completely. Once in a while there are strange, rich people who like to invest in odd things. You're going to have people in the corners of garages making cartoons to please themselves. And I'm more…” quote by Hayao Miyazaki
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“[on the future of hand-drawn animation] I'm actually not that worried. I wouldn't give up on it completely. Once in a while there are strange, rich people who like to invest in odd things. You're going to have people in the corners of garages making cartoons to please themselves. And I'm more interested in those people than I am in big business.”

Hayao Miyazaki

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He trusts independent creators will keep hand‑drawn animation alive despite industry trends.

In simple terms: Indie artists will preserve traditional animation.

Key Takeaway

Support grassroots creators.

Themes

animation independence creativity

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational advocacy

When to use this quote

  • studio funding
  • online platforms
  • crowdfunding
  • educational workshops

Key Concepts

artistic integrity economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can fans do to help?
  • How can indie work reach wider audiences?
A Different Perspective

Big studios may dominate distribution channels.

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