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The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
JAPAN · 2013

The Tale of The Princess Kaguya

Isao Takahata
fate and destiny coming of age societal expectations loss of innocence otherworldly origins
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Synopsis

Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthrals all who encounter her. But, ultimately, she must confront her fate.

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