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JAPAN · 1997
Princess Mononoke
Synopsis
Ashitaka, a prince of the disappearing Emishi people, is cursed by a demonized boar god and must journey to the west to find a cure. Along the way, he encounters San, a young human woman fighting to protect the forest, and Lady Eboshi, who is trying to destroy it. Ashitaka must find a way to bring balance to this conflict.
Cinema Atlas Connection
When I did Arrival, I was talking about nature and the relationship with language, and I was deeply influenced by Miyazaki's work in general, especially movies like Princess Mononoke where he explores the relationship between humans and nature.
I was deeply influenced by Miyazaki's work in general, especially movies like Princess Mononoke where he explores the relationship between humans and nature.
— Denis Villeneuve · Slashfilm interview
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