From Studio Ghibli creations to the likes of Dragon Ball Z, Japanese animation is coming to the forefront at ACMI next month. Essential Anime will showcase three of Hayao Miyazaki’s classic creations in 35mm screenings, all with original Japanese overdubs and English subtitles. The emphasis is on a tightly chosen selection of quality and iconic anime, including Laputa: Castle in the Sky, My Neighbor Totoro and Princess Mononoke. Essential Anime runs at ACMI from Monday December 14 – Sunday December 20.