Special Offer for In-Person Screening Under the Stars at The Ford—The Natural World of Studio Ghibli

FILM at LACMA presents classic and contemporary narrative and documentary films, artists and their influences, emerging auteurs, international showcases, special guest-curated programs, and conversations with artists and special guests.

LACMA members are invited to enjoy 50% off tickets to select screenings of The Natural World of Studio Ghibli, a series featuring recent films by the legendary animation studio that explore our relationship with nature and the spiritual aspect of the natural world. Set against the natural wooded hillside backdrop of The Ford, the films feature Miyazaki’s fantastical worlds, memorable characters, and iconic scores by Joe Hisaishi. Experience unforgettable Studio Ghibli films shown in Japanese with English subtitles.

Check the July 21 edition of the LACMA Weekly email newsletter for a members-only promo code to unlock 50% off tickets to the following screenings:

The Boy and the Heron, 2023 
Friday, July 25, 2025 | 8 pm (gates open at 6:30 pm)

The Los Angeles Times called The Boy and the Heron “Hayao Miyazaki at his most beautifully elegiac.” The story follows the young boy Mahito, who moves to the countryside after losing his mother in the war. There, a series of mysterious events lead him to a secluded and ancient tower, home to a mischievous gray heron, who beckons him into a fantastic world shared by the living and the dead. As he embarks on an epic journey with the heron as his guide, Mahito must uncover the secrets of this world, and the truth about himself.

The Wind Rises, 2013
Sunday, July 27, 2025 | 8 pm (gates open at 6:30 pm)

Miyazaki’s gorgeous The Wind Rises follows Jiro, a boy who dreams of soaring in the sky despite being disqualified from becoming a pilot, so he becomes a highly accomplished airplane designer. As rumors of war escalate, Jiro reunites with Nahoko, a young woman he met during the Great Kanto Earthquake years earlier. The two fall deeply in love, just as Nahoko falls ill with tuberculosis. Inspired by visions of Italian aeronaut Caproni, Jiro must confront mounting tragedies with dignity in this epic tale of love and perseverance.

Hosted by film critic and writer Carlos Aguilar and featuring trivia with prizes provided by Super Yaki.

This program is a collaboration with the LA Phil Insight initiative, generously supported by Linda and David Shaheen.

Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability subject to change. Ticket limits may apply. All sales are final.

Location:
The Ford
2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East
Los Angeles, CA 90068

Parking:
Parking at The Ford is limited and stacked. 
When your car is stack parked, cars are parked in front of and behind you. You will not be able to leave until the event is over. If the lot is full, you will be redirected to an off-site parking option.

Parking rates (credit card payments are strongly encouraged):
Motorcycle: $7
Carpool (3 or more people): $10
Accessible Parking: $10 (valid disabled placard/plates required)
Standard (2 or fewer people): $15