An accessible beginner's tour to the wildly popular world of Japanese animated cinema.

Explore the magical world of anime through 30 classic films in this new book from the authors of Ghibliotheque.

From box office hits such as Akira, Ghost in the Shell and Your Name to a host of deeper cuts, hidden gems and future classics, this revealing guide lifts the lid on Japanese animated cinema.

Join Jake Cunningham and Michael Leader, hosts of the acclaimed Ghilbiotheque podcast, as they review 30 of the best anime movies ever created, explaining why each is a must-see and detailing the intriguing stories behind their creation.

An insight into a unique artform, this stunning book is packed with film stills, movie posters and director portraits, and offers an enchanting, enlightening and meticulously researched guide for newcomers and die-hard fans alike.

Introduction • Akira • The Animatrix • A Silent Voice • Belladonna of Sadness • Belle • Children of the Sea • Cowboy Bebop: The Movie • Ghost in the Shell • Giovanni's Island • In his Corner of the World • Interstella 5555 • Jin-Roh • Little Norse Prince • Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro • Metropolis • Millennium Actress • Mind Game • Miss Hokusai • Modest Heroes • Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone • Night On the Galactic Railroad • Ninja Scroll • On-Gaku • Panda and the Magic Serpent • Promare • Redline • Roujin Z • Royal Space Force • Tekkonkinkreet • Your Name