Studio Ghibli

New Film by Studio Ghibli Veterans Gets Emotional and Visual Praise

Cocoon - One Summer of Girlhood, directed by Yukimitsu Ina and produced by animation studio Sasayuri, is being hailed as a visually stunning and emotionally powerful film. Created by a team of former Studio Ghibli artists, the film follows two girls navigating the horrors of war in a secluded military hospital on a quiet island. The movie is based on a manga by Machiko Kyo, inspired by the real-life tragedy of the Himeyuri students during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II. The film's Japanese premiere last year received critical acclaim for its poignant depiction of gendered violence and suffering. GKIDS, the distributor, has acquired North American rights and will release the film on Sept. 4, with both Japanese and English dubs available.

Polygon

Today’s Top Deals Include 007 First Light and LEGO Back to the Future

Today’s highlighted deals feature titles like 007 First Light, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, and LEGO Back to the Future Time Machine. Additional discounts are available for a Logitech G502 mouse, Studio Ghibli merchandise, and a Chipotle gift card.

IGN

Howl's Moving Castle Deluxe Edition Back in Stock at Discount

The Deluxe Limited Edition of Diana Wynne Jones' 'Howl's Moving Castle' is now back in stock at Amazon and Walmart for $17, down from $25. The hardcover edition features premium design elements like full-color endpapers and gold foil-stamped text. Amazon also offers a limited-time deal on the 'World of Howl Trilogy Box Set' for $25.58, which includes all three books in the series at a discounted price. The books are available individually in various formats, with the first two also offered in durable library-bound hardcovers. The 2004 Studio Ghibli animated adaptation of the novel, which diverges significantly from the source material, is also available in limited and standard editions.

GameSpot