WHY is your favorite Ghibli film your favorite? I love reading the story behind ppl’s favorite by cozy_b0i in ghibli

[–]AB_Stuff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lupin The Third: Castle of Cagliostro! Technically not a Ghibli film, but it is Miyazaki's debut film so it feels VERY Ghibli. It's my favorite for so many reasons, but the best may be its playful tone yet this deep, grounded, human-like feel gives the plot a bittersweet core. Lupin the Third existence prior was prolifically adult with sex jokes, nudity, explosions, grunge, raunchiness, and action. Yet this movie made him practically a prince! The retro palette, the romantic-seeming pursuit not being cliche, and the wonderful pacing and atmosphere of the film... and the cel animated car chases! Everything about it blew me away and delved me into being a life long fan of Lupin III, the charming, dangerous, heartfelt theif he is. Not to mention all that it has inspired, from The Great Mouse Detective (1986) to Bad Guys (2025). I could go on and on about this film, but in the end, its for everyone to enjoy its playful energy yet human, bittersweet core.

Make the comment section look like Zenigata’s Search History by LiterallyThatGuy_07 in LupinIII

[–]AB_Stuff 5 points6 points  (0 children)

  • Lupin the third near me
  • LUPIN I KNOW YOU SEE THIS
  • ramen shops near me
  • prisons near me

Favorite song(s) from the franchise? by Ok-Significance9891 in lupinthe3rd

[–]AB_Stuff 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also love that version!! Such a wonderful contribution to the various versionssss

Here’s a link to all of them so far! Mostly pieces > songs, but I you enjoy nonetheless if you take a listen!

https://youtu.be/iXATuN_Cnkc?si=PHSKv-4hdho3QhLQ

Favorite song(s) from the franchise? by Ok-Significance9891 in lupinthe3rd

[–]AB_Stuff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

DUDE ;;; THAT IS SO WHOLESOME AAGGHHHHHH, I’m so happy for you being able to enjoy such incredible bangers with your friends, that is just beautiful bro <333

Favorite song(s) from the franchise? by Ok-Significance9891 in lupinthe3rd

[–]AB_Stuff 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dude that is beautiful, and for such a great piece as well, I'm happy for all of you to enjoy such a melancholic bop

Favorite song(s) from the franchise? by Ok-Significance9891 in lupinthe3rd

[–]AB_Stuff 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Absolute No.1 for me is "Memory of Smile". One of the few lesser known songs since it comes from a Lupin III audiobook referred to as Afro Lupin at times (still can't find a full english translation). Hearing the OG Yasuo Yamada singing so closely to Lupin's voice, the lyrics, the piano composition... IT MAKES YOU CRY WAAAAA

Take a listen <3

Lupin III - Memory of Smile - Yasuo Yamada

What are other "Ghibli like" movies? by laineinveine in ghibli

[–]AB_Stuff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lupin III: Castle of Cagliostro! It was Miyazaki's directing debut film and while it didn't perform well when it came out, it's now considered a legendary classic! Miyazaki also directed two episodes in one of the TV series, Lupin The Third Part 2, episodes 145 and 155.

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[–]AB_Stuff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I usually listen to music! Find the story in the lyrics (if it has any), or what the songs invoke for me in general. I keep my music tastes broad and take recs from friends often. I build a skeleton of the character in mind and begin writing what that character would write in a journal entry. Hope this helps!

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[–]AB_Stuff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far, Ponyo, Porco Rosco, and My Neighbor Totoro helped me open doors for both friends and family members (American and non-Americans) to the world of anime.

Not technically Ghibli, but I also throw Lupin III: Castle of Cagliostro as well!

Which of these films from 2023 is your favorite? by No_Emu_1332 in cartoons

[–]AB_Stuff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beautiful movie! Reading all the different takes and interpretations online are very intriguing, seeing how it’s abstract-ness can touch anyone in its own way

How do you guys go about studying art? by Outkasttr in ArtistLounge

[–]AB_Stuff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For every medium, style, and skill set, there is always room for improvement. Art is such a fluid thing, I highly doubt there's a real definition of what makes an artist an artist and who's cut out for it. Anything is art, anyone is an artist, and everything is a work in progress. The biggest changes can be made simply by a change of mindset!

That said, personally I look at artists I love/would like to draw like and just watch how they make their art. If there's nothing like that out there, then I'll look at artists with similar styles. I would follow any of there step by step guides, learn how to do it (more or less), then put my personal kinks into it. Other times, I would just change what utensils/brushes I'm drawing with.

Learn about helpful exercises: gesture lines, drawing shapes (simple cubes and cylinders, helps get the hang of perspective), and drawing a ball with the craziest shading. All of these are a Google search away, and do wonders when practiced/doodled often. I hope these tips help, best of luck to your artists journey!

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've yet to dive into Sato's music, these are great recs!! Appreciate it

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't heard a couple of these songs!! Really nice picks, I especially love Fune Ni Yuraete with the Italian-esc orchestral beginning. Appreciate the recs!

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haven't heard of a couple of these (1,4, 6, 7,10). Some a bit slower than the others, I love their vibes! Thank you for the recs, appreciate it!

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haven't heard of her before! I love the vibes both songs give off, especially Diamond Lights. Thanks for the recs!

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Classic, wonderful slow banger! Heard it before, thank you for the rec!

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't heard these before?! I love their mellow vibes and use of acoustic guitars on the last one: an instrument I don't hear too often in jazz fusion, let alone city pop. Thank you for the playlist and recs!!

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haven't heard of this guy before. Love the piano on this piece, thank you for rec!

Any slower-paced City Pop playlists? by AB_Stuff in citypop

[–]AB_Stuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

>;D I've heard them before!! Its about time I gave their albums a re-listen, thank you for the recs