Hayao Miyazaki's First Reaction To Meeting Evangelion's Creator Was Absolutely Brutal, Which Is Why It's So Perfect

When it comes to the most famous anime directors currently living in Japan, few names stand taller than Hayao Miyazaki and Hideaki Anno. Although from different generations—Miyazaki is 83 and Anno is 64—both have helped define the current state of anime through their work. Miyazaki’s creative highlights include beloved films such as My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and Princess Mononoke. Anno, meanwhile, is best known for his work on Neon Genesis Evangelion and for directing award-winning films like Shin Godzilla.