The Ghibliotheque Anime Movie Guide: The Essential Guide to Japanese Animated Cinema

The Ghibliotheque Anime Movie Guide: The Essential Guide to Japanese Animated Cinema by Jake Cunningham and Michael Leader, hosts of the acclaimed Ghibliotheque podcast, walks through 30 landmark anime films — from mainstream hits like Akira and Ghost in the Shell to deeper cuts and modern classics — explaining what makes each one essential and the story behind its creation.

Packed with film stills, posters, and director portraits, it's built as both a browsable visual guide and a well-researched reference for anime newcomers and longtime fans alike.

• 192 pages
• Dimensions: approx. 9.4 x 7.4 in (24 x 18.8 cm)
• Hardcover
• Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group (2022)
• Authors: Jake Cunningham, Michael Leader