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Hideaki Anno

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Hideaki Anno (born May 22, 1960 in Ube, Yamaguchi) is a Japanese animation and film director. Anno is best known for his work on the popular anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion. His style has come to be defined by the touches of superflatism and postmodernism that he injects into his work, as well as the thorough portrayal of characters' thoughts and emotions, often through unconventional sequences incorporating psychoanalysis and emotional deconstruction of these characters. He married comics artist Moyoco Anno in 27 April 2002. Anime directed by Anno that have won the Animage Anime Grand Prix award have been Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water in 1990, Neon Genesis Evangelion in 1995 and 1996, and The End of Evangelion in 1997. Description above from the Wikipedia article Hideaki Anno, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

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Who is Hideaki Anno?+

Hideaki Anno is a Japanese director, writer, and animator born in Ube, Yamaguchi, recognized for his profound impact on the animation industry and his experimental approach to filmmaking.

What is Hideaki Anno known for?+

He is internationally acclaimed for creating and directing the Neon Genesis Evangelion series, as well as directing live-action features such as Shin Godzilla and Shin Ultraman.

What kind of work does Hideaki Anno make?+

His filmography is characterized by deep psychological exploration, emotional deconstruction, and the subversion of classic anime and tokusatsu genre tropes.

Which company is Hideaki Anno associated with?+

He is the founder and current head of Studio Khara, the production house responsible for his recent cinematic releases.

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