Mamoru Hosoda

Mamoru Hosoda is a renowned film director and animator celebrated for his contributions to Japanese animation. He gained international recognition with works such as 'Digimon: The Movie' (2000), 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time' (2006), and 'Summer Wars' (2009). His film 'Mirai' (2018) earned him an Academy Award nomination in the Best Animated Feature Film category at the 91st Academy Awards. Hosoda is also the creative force behind 'Wolf Children' (2012), a poignant exploration of family and identity, and 'Belle' (2021), a visually stunning reimagining of the classic tale 'Beauty and the Beast'. His upcoming project, 'Scarlet' (2025), promises to blend fantasy and drama in a Shakespearean-inspired narrative. Hosoda frequently collaborates with Studio Chizu, a studio he co-founded, to bring his visionary stories to life.

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