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A Film Selection:
Stories That Inspire

The

Wind

Rises

A film that celebrates imagination, hard
work, and hope
The Wind Rises is a Japanese animated film
directed by Hayao Miyazaki, one of the ghibli.fandom.com
most respected filmmakers in the world. Miyazaki’s films are different from most not always easy, but the film reminds us
Released in 2013 by Studio Ghibli, the film other animations. They do not focus on to look for light even in difficult times.
tells the story of Jiro Horikoshi, a young conflict or fighting; instead, they centre on The title of the film comes from a line in
boy who dreams of designing aeroplanes.
people, nature, and emotions. He believes a French poem: “The wind is rising—we
Since childhood, Jiro has loved the idea that stories should help us think about life must try to live.”
of flight. He spends hours reading books, and encourage us to care for the world It means that even when life changes, we
drawing, and imagining how planes around us. should continue to grow, imagine, and
move through the clouds. Because of his In The Wind Rises, Miyazaki uses his love believe in ourselves.
eyesight, he cannot become a pilot, but for art and storytelling to show how
he never gives up on his dream. Instead, dreams can shape our lives. The film’s Another important message is about
he decides to use his creativity and animation is completely hand-drawn— learning and curiosity. Jiro learns from
intelligence to design aeroplanes that are every cloud, bird, and leaf moves gently books, teachers, and experience. He shows
light, elegant, and full of beauty. that education can help us build our future
and naturally. The scenes are calm, and make our dreams real.
The film shows Jiro’s journey from a colourful, and peaceful, making the film
curious child to a talented engineer. feel like a living painting. Audiences and critics around the world
Along the way, he learns about teamwork, have described The Wind Rises as one of
The music, composed by Joe Hisaishi,
responsibility, and compassion. His story Miyazaki’s most beautiful and emotional
makes the story even more emotional. His
reminds us that even big dreams can begin films. It is calm, inspiring, and full of
soft piano melodies match the beauty of
with small steps—and that passion and meaning.
the sky and the sound of the wind. The
patience can make anything possible. The film does not need action or conflict
combination of music and art creates a
Miyazaki’s Vision and Message relaxing and inspiring atmosphere that to be powerful. Instead, it inspires through
stays with the audience. art, sound, and emotion. It reminds viewers
Hayao Miyazaki is one of the founders of that success is not only about reaching
Studio Ghibli, a world-famous animation The main theme of The Wind Rises is the goals but about creating with heart and
studio in Japan. He is known for creating power of dreams and creativity. The story kindness.
films that touch the heart with their art, shows that when we follow our passions
kindness, and imagination. Some of his with honesty and kindness, we can create For students, The Wind Rises is a
best-known works include Spirited Away, things that bring joy to others. stimulating example of how imagination,
My Neighbour Totoro, and Howl’s Moving It also teaches hope and balance. Life is learning, and courage can work together to
Castle. make dreams come true.
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