Netflix teams up with former Studio Ghibli producer to premiere The Imaginary

Amidst the award nomination ceremonies Oscar From the movie Nimona, Netflix announced its continued commitment to animation by partnering with a well-known company Bonoc studio from Japan.

This studio was founded in 2015 by Yoshiaki Nishimuraformer producer of Studio Ghibli (kidnapped And My Neighbor Totoro), and has emerged with films such as Mary and Zahra the Witch (Mary and Zahra the Witch – 2017) and Humble heroes (Humble heroes – 2018). The collaboration aims to develop several anime films exclusive to the streaming platform.

In an attempt to attract the attention of a global audience, productions have been produced Bonoc studio will be available at Netflix From the United States starting February 1. Nishimura He expressed his enthusiasm, saying: “Studio Ponoc is proud to bring our innovative, hand-drawn novels and films to audiences of all ages, especially children and their families, so they can enjoy them together around the world through Netflix. “Netflix’s true commitment to supporting animation as a vital and valuable medium of storytelling, as well as Its efforts in growing leading-edge, high-quality animation makes the platform a truly exceptional partner.”

With this agreement, Netflix It will become the exclusive streaming site for future films from Bonok. The first of these productions is entitled Imaginary, will be released later this year after an exclusive theatrical run in Japan. This film explores the depths of humanity and creativity through the eyes of… Amanda And his imaginary companion Rodger, promises to transport viewers to a magical world full of unexplored creatures and places. However, an evil force threatens to destroy this fantasy world and the friendship that lies within it.