Isao Takahata, co-founder and director of some of Studio Ghibli’s most unique movies including Grave of the Fireflies, My Neighbors the Yamadas, and The Tale of Princess Kaguya passed away at the age of 82.  He had been struggling with his health recently due to some heart complications, but it’s always sad to see such talented creators go.  Let’s watch some anime in memory of his amazing work today.