The Best Studio Ghibli Movies:
Princess Mononoke (Hayao Miyazaki)
Summary:
A young man and prince, named Ashitaka, engages the creature in an attempt to save his village.
During the battle, the boar bites him on the arm, leaving it blackened and cursed.
Following his village’s traditions, Ashitaka is exiled and becomes a wanderer, looking for a solution to the curse before it engulfs him.
Iron Town is a fortress under the leadership of Lady Eboshi. Through the clearing of the surrounding forests, Iron Town produces large amounts of Ironsand, used for gunpowder and other machinery.
However, because of the destruction of the forest, nearby animal clans seek revenge led by a human girl of the Wolf clan called San.
When Ashitaka comes to Iron Town, he discovers the area consumed in battle. Horrified, he attempts to create peace and befriend the Wolf Clan.
Kiki’s Delivery Service (Hayao Miyazaki)
Summary:
Kiki is an enterprising young girl who must stick to the tradition to become a full-fledged witch.
Venturing out with only her chatty black cat, Jiji, Kiki flies off for the adventure of a lifetime.
Landing in a far-off city, she sets up a high-flying delivery service and begins a wonderful experience of independence and responsibility as she finds her place in the world.
My Neighbor Totoro (Hayao Miyazaki)
My Neighbor Totoro is our N1 on our List of Best Ghibli Anime Movies:
Summary:
Follow the adventures of Satsuki and her four-year-old sister Mei when they move into a new home in the countryside.
To their delight, they discover that their new neighbor is a mysterious forest spirit called Totoro who can be seen only through the eyes of a child.
Totoro introduces them to extraordinary characters, including a cat that doubles as a bus, takes them on a journey through the wonders of nature.
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