Drama2013
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The Wind Rises
Kaze Tachinu • Drama Film
Signature Tagline
"The wind is rising! We must try to live."
Production Details
DirectorHayao Miyazaki
ProducerToshio Suzuki
Running Time126 min
Release Year2013
Awards & Recognition
Academy Award Nomination, Japan Academy Film Prize for Animation of the Year
Memorable Quote
"Le vent se lève!... Il faut tenter de vivre! (The wind is rising! We must try to live!)"
— Paul Valéry / Jiro & Naoko
Storyline & Worldbuilding
Near-sighted from childhood and unable to become a pilot, Jiro Horikoshi dreams of beautiful flying machines inspired by Italian designer Caproni. Through the Great Kanto Earthquake, the Great Depression, and tuberculosis outbreaks, Jiro dedicates his life to engineering elegance while cherishing his profound love for Naoko Satomi.
Core Themes & Motifs
🌿 Pursuit of Beauty vs Tragedy🌿 Dedication & Craftsmanship🌿 Enduring Romance
Key Characters & Spirits
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Jiro Horikoshi2
Naoko Satomi3
Count Caproni4
Kiro Honjo