The Impact of Studio Ghibli Films on Young Asian-American Identity

Author

Hannah G. Matillano

Date

4-2019

Project Type

URC Presentation

Department

Communication

College or School

COLA

Class Year

Senior

Major

Spanish, Communication

Faculty Research Advisor

Lin Zhang

Abstract

This project seeks to explore the connection between the consumption of Studio Ghibli films and the formation of Asian-American identity. Through conducting interviews, it was discovered that there were commonalities among participants that indicated a positive connection between the consumption of Studio Ghibli and the formation of Asian-American identity, as well as themes related to the distinction between the Asian ‘self’ and the white ‘other.’ In addition, there was a commonality among some participants regarding the reasons why Studio Ghibli did not play a big role in the formation of their Asian-American identities. This research is a steppingstone for future audience studies in connection to the formation of cultural identity.

Recommended Citation

Matillano, Hannah G., "The Impact of Studio Ghibli Films on Young Asian-American Identity" (2019). Undergraduate Research Conference (URC) Student Presentations. 448.
https://scholars.unh.edu/urc/448