Miaymoto Haruhiko
I may be a bit late on this discussion, but for me the best of the Fall 2007 season was ef: a tale of memories. It has some amazing animation done in a cinematic style and a really moving story line. So, for my money I'll go with it.
*Pat* *Pat* *Pat*
Yeah, Ef was a really nice romance.
...at least you have influence.