'Spirited Away' is the most influential film created by 'Studio Ghibli'. Photo: Reproduction
A new trend has been all the rage on social media in recent days. 'ChatGPT' has made it possible to generate images with the aesthetics of 'Studio Ghibli', a tool that operates through the integration of artificial intelligence created by 'OpenAI' with image generation systems, which allows photos to be transformed into illustrations inspired by the style of Japanese animations.
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'Studio Ghibli' is the name of a Japanese animation studio founded in 1985 by directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata and producer Toshio Suzuki. Today, it is considered one of the best animation studios in the world by critics and film fans. One of the most influential films created by 'Studio Ghibli' is 'Spirited Away', released in 2001. The animation grossed around R$1,5 billion worldwide, becoming one of the highest-grossing Japanese films in history. In addition, it won the Oscar for Best Animated Film in 2003.
O SUPER FIGHTS Warner Bros. did not miss out on the trend and transformed memorable UFC moments into Japanese animations. Do you remember all these episodes that were immortalized in the most famous octagon in the world? Check it out!
Farewell to Anderson Silva
Anderson Silva said goodbye to the UFC in a fight against Uriah Hall. Photo: UFC Reproduction
Definitely the farewell of the UFC legend Anderson Silva It was one of the most memorable moments of the organization.
The fight took place at UFC Vegas 12, in October 2020, in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. At 45 years of age, the fighter who transformed and consolidated MMA as a true passion in Brazil, faced Uriah Hall, nine years younger than him. Anderson did not have the farewell he dreamed of or deserved and ended up being defeated by the Jamaican in the fourth round, suffering a technical knockout 1m24s into the fight.
Despite this, the respect between the fighters was something to behold. After the fight ended, Hall burst into tears, hugging the Brazilian, apologizing, saying he loved him and receiving praise and thanks.
Bonnar x Griffin
Stephan bonnar e Forrest griffin had a legendary confrontation for 'The Ultimate Fighter' in 2005. Photo: UFC Reproduction
A war that is still told to this day to new generations.
The year was 2005 and the UFC was playing its 'last card' in an attempt to rekindle public interest in MMA. The reality show 'The Ultimate Fighter' (TUF) was Dana White's gamble to avoid the sale of the company and settle a debt of more than US$50 million. Finalists in the reality show in the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg.), Stephan bonnar e Forrest griffin did not star in the main fight of the event, but took center stage when they fought a true 25-minute battle. Over the course of five rounds, the fighters were lacking in technique, but they excited the audience with a frank duel. At the end of the fight, Bonnar did not win the desired trophy. In the unanimous decision of the judges, Forrest was declared the winner, but both left the octagon to a standing ovation. The fight between Stephan and Griffin has great significance for the legacy of the Ultimate. After that fight, the company reached another level, reaching, in the following years, the status and fame it has today.
Bonnar passed away in December 2022, at the age of 45, due to heart complications, according to information from Ultimate's press office.
The fastest knockout in UFC history
Jorge masvidal became the author of the fastest knockout in UFC history by defeating Ben Askren in 5 seconds. Photo: UFC Reproduction
The fastest knockout in UFC history: five seconds!
The clash took place in July 2019 in UFC 239. Jorge masvidal handed Ben Askren the first loss of his career as an MMA fighter. Courtesy of a flying knee in the first five seconds of the fight. Askren didn't have time to put his grappling skills into play. As soon as the referee announced the start of the fight, he went after Masvidal, took the blow and fell without knowing where he was. Even with his opponent unconscious, Masvidal provoked and made fun of him, until the Ultimate doctors arrived to support his opponent, who left the octagon even before the official announcement.
At the time, UFC President Dana White said, “That was insane.”
Amanda Nunes defeats Ronda Roussey
A historic day for the Lioness!
In 2016 at UFC 207, Amanda nunes defended the bantamweight belt (up to 61,2 kg) against the feared Ronda Rousey and defeated the American by knockout in just 48 seconds. The victory was considered one of the most dominant of the Brazilian fighter. At the time, Amanda made harsh statements against Ronda, stating that 'she was finished' and that 'she should retire'. But later the Lioness regretted it and apologized to her rival, claiming that she was overwhelmed with adrenaline, emotion and pain at that moment.
Amanda nunes retracted his statement saying that Ronda is an incredible athlete and has done a lot for this sport, especially for women.
Alex Poatan knocks out Jamahal Hill
Famous image of the knockout of Alex Poatán em Jamahal hill No. UFC 300. Photo: UFC Reproduction
The episode took place in the main fight of the UFC 300, in April last year.
Brazilian fans were choking on Jamahal hill and excited about Alex Poatán, who had recently won the UFC light heavyweight (up to 93kg) belt. In a dominant display, the Brazilian scored an impressive knockout against the American. A historic day that consolidated Poatan as one of the greatest names in combat sports today.
After the episode, Hill and Poatan began to provoke each other even more away from the octagon, with the American always making excuses for his defeat.
Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Conor McGregor
Conor McGregor e Khabib Nurmagomedov made the most profitable fight in the UFC. Photo: UFC Reproduction
The most profitable fight in UFC history!
the duel between Conor McGregor e Khabib Nurmagomedov It happened in 2018 and the atmosphere for the battle was warlike. In the pre-fight, the Irishman attacked the Dagestani athlete, his family, country and religion and, during the confrontation, the Russian taunted 'The Notorious' while delivering his blows. After the victory by submission in the fourth round, which kept the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg) for Khabib, the octagon was the scene of a generalized brawl between the members of the two teams.
The UFC 229 main event holds the record for pay-per-view sales in the organization's history, with 2,4 million packages sold in total.
Jon Jones knocks out Stipe Miocic
Jon Jones knocked out Stipe Miocic No. UFC 309. Photo: UFC Reproduction
Of course, the biggest name in recent UFC times couldn't be left out.
O UFC 309, which took place in November 2024, marked the first defense of the heavyweight belt (up to 120,2 kg) of Jon Jones. The New Yorker had the veteran ahead of him Stipe Miocic and the distrust of some fans. However, in front of a large audience – including the presence of the current US President Donald Trump -, 'Bones' brutalized his opponent with a kick to the ribs, securing victory by technical knockout.
After the defeat, Miocic retired from MMA to pursue his profession in the Fire Department.
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