Miyazaki is an auteur of animation, creating immersive and whimsical worlds, aiming to enchant his audience. His mise en scene is one of the most iconic parts of his work, with the worlds he creates being recognizable immediately. They feature muted colours and tones, and create a sense of wonder to engage the audience into his story. As he is an animator, the art style of his films should also be considered. h

Some common themes his films have are:
– Strong female protagonists
– Involves humanities relationship with nature
– The importance of art and creativity
– The value of just living