Toshiyuki Inoue

Toshiyuki Inoue - Key Animation, Character Designer, Lead Animator, Animation Director, Animation Supervisor known for his work in such projects: «Akira» (1988), «Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade» (1999), «Blood: The Last Vampire» (2000), «Paprika» (2006), «Steamboy» (2004),

Toshiyuki Inoue is one of the most important animators in Japan. Nicknamed “the perfect animator” for his proficiency, ability, and range of expression going from cartoony deformation to absolute photorealism, Inoue is a legendary artist. Beginning his career in 1982, he was quickly promoted to character design and animation direction on Gu Gu Ganmo. His work on Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise, Akira, and Kiki’s Delivery Service propelled him to fame in the following years. He became one of the leading artists in the “realist” movement that developed after Akira and worked on many iconic productions such as Ghost in the Shell, Jin-Roh, A Tree of Palme, and Millennium Actress.

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