Bummer. I used “Grave of the Fireflies” to teach, but stopped because I had students who couldn’t stop crying. Thank you, Mr. Takahata.

R.I.P., Isao Takahata, #StudioGhibli co-founder and animation pioneer. Passed away at the age of 82. Director of “Grave of the Fireflies,” “The Tale of Princess Kaguya,” “Pom Poko” and many more. pic.twitter.com/JuTjJqrV3D

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