Mamoru Hosoda

Mamoru Hosoda provided key animation for multiple Dragon Ball Z films during the franchise's theatrical run, including Dragon Ball Z: Broly - The Legendary Super Saiyan and Dragon Ball Z: Broly - Second Coming. He also contributed to The Path to Power film. These assignments occurred early in his career and showcased his technical animation skills before he transitioned into directing his own feature films.

Hosoda evolved into one of Japan's most celebrated film directors, helming acclaimed original films and theatrical adaptations. Summer Wars, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, Wolf Children, and The Boy and The Beast became signature works, with Wolf Children and Summer Wars in particular earning international recognition. His recent film Mirai continued his reputation for emotionally resonant, visually inventive storytelling that blends technology and heart.