Ronja, the brigand’s daughterthe only animated series produced by Studio Ghibliis finally about to land in Italy thanks to Rai Gulpwhich will transmit its episodes during the 2025. The announcement came directly from Roberto Genovesi, director of Rai Kids, on the occasion of the Cartoons on the Bay’s animation festival, where the schedule of news dedicated to the youngest public was presented.
The series, with the original title Sanzoku no musume roniawas produced between the 2014 and 2015 and represents a real unicum in the history of the famous Japanese animation studio, known for masterpieces as The enchanted city, The wandering castle of Howl And My neighbor Totoro.
To direct it was Goro Miyazakison of the legendary Hayao Miyazakiwhich has chosen a particular visual style: the series is in fact created in CGI entertainmenta change of course compared to the traditional animation for which Ghibli is famous.
The plot of “Ronja, the brigand’s daughter”
The plot is inspired by the homonymous homonymous 1981 novel of the Swedish writer Astrid Lindgrenfamous for giving life also to Pippi Calzelunghe. Just Hayao Miyazaki had tried in the 70s to realize an animated adaptation, however project never went through for problems with rights. The dream becomes reality after with the version signed by the son.
The story follows Ronjaa lively and courageous girl who grows up in a Castle inhabited by Briganti together with the parents. When you are finally allowed to explore the magic forest surrounding their home, Ronja begins a series of adventures that will lead her to know Birkthe son of the head of a rival band. A profound friendship will be born between the two, in a story that talks about growth, freedom, overcoming prejudices And reconciliation.
With 26 episodesthe series now prepares to conquer the Italian public also. The airing on Rai Gulp represents a special occasion to discover UI work little known but extremely significantcapable of combining the magic of the Ghibli world with the narrative depth of a great author of children’s literature. An appointment not to be missed for all enthusiasts of Japanese animation and great timeless stories.
