Maybe that's what these films are doing. They are my way of blessing the child
Hayao MiyazakiRead
Well, yes. I believe that children's souls are the inheritors of historical memory from previous generations. It's just that as they grow older and experience the everyday world that memory sinks lower and lower. I feel I need to make a film that reaches down to that level. If I could do that I would die happy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the belief that children carry the essence of history within them, but as they grow, this connection fades. The speaker aims to create art that reconnects with that deeper understanding.
Hayao Miyazaki reflects on the idea that children possess a profound connection to the historical memories of past generations, which diminishes as they encounter the realities of life. He expresses a desire to create a film that can tap into this innate wisdom and nostalgia, suggesting that art can serve as a bridge to childhood innocence and historical awareness. This aspiration to engage with the deeper emotional layers of human experience speaks to the power of storytelling in preserving and reviving cultural memories.
Themes
ChildrenMemoryHistoryArtStorytelling
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech about the importance of preserving childhood innocence in education.
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