Tomomi Mochizuki

Japanese anime director known for directing Ocean Waves (1993), a television film produced by Studio Ghibli.

Directed the 1993 Studio Ghibli television film Ocean Waves (Italian title: Si Sente il Mare); collaborated with screenwriter Saeko Himuro on that film; the film is a realistic, coming-of-age story employing flashbacks and a delicate visual style.

A measured review of Tomomi Mochizuki's Ocean Waves (Si Sente il Mare), a 1993 Studio Ghibli television film. The reviewer praises the film's delicate use of light and color and its realistic, human characters. Notes distinctive flashback structure and limited runtime that constrains depth. Recommended for viewers already familiar with Studio Ghibli.

For:Fans of Studio Ghibli and realistic, coming-of-age anime; viewers who appreciate visual composition and character-driven stories.