The Wind Rises

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Jiro’s dreams soar as he crafts planes with a poetic touch, facing love’s fleeting moments and war’s shadows. He balances beauty and sorrow, his creations lifting spirits while burdening his conscience. It’s a poignant dance between ambition and the winds of fate.

The Wind Rises Trivia

In "The Wind Rises," what is the name of the main character, an aeronautical engineer who designs fighter planes? (Hard)
#1: Jiro Horikoshi
#2: Seijirou Nakamura
#3: Tatsuo Hori
#4: Kiro Honjo
In "The Wind Rises," which famous Italian aircraft designer does Jiro dream of meeting? (Medium)
#1: Giovanni Caproni
#2: Sergio Pininfarina
#3: Gianni Agnelli
#4: Vittorio Jano
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The Wind Rises Fun Facts

The Wind Rises is the only animated film to be nominated for both an Academy Award and a Golden Globe while being directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
The Wind Rises features the voice of Hideaki Anno, the creator of Neon Genesis Evangelion, as the protagonist Jiro Horikoshi.

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What is your favorite Miyazaki film?
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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December 30, 1903

Birth of Jiro Horikoshi

Jiro Horikoshi, the aviation engineer who inspired the main character of The Wind Rises, was born.

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September 1, 1923

Great Kanto Earthquake

A devastating earthquake struck the Kanto region of Japan, causing widespread damage and influencing the era depicted in the film.

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1935

Jiro Horikoshi begins work on Mitsubishi A5M Fighter

Jiro developed the Mitsubishi A5M, the world's first low-wing monoplane fighter aircraft, a precursor to the Zero fighter.

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1939

Development of Mitsubishi A6M Zero Fighter

The Mitsubishi A6M Zero, an advanced fighter aircraft designed by Jiro Horikoshi, was developed and became prominent during WWII.

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