Princess Mononoke

Princess Mononoke is a 1997 Japanese animated epic fantasy film directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The movie tells the story of a young prince named Ashitaka who becomes infected with a deadly curse and sets out on a journey to find a cure. Along the way, he becomes embroiled in a conflict between the forces of industrialization, led by Lady Eboshi, and the guardians of the forest, including the enigmatic Princess Mononoke. With stunning animation and a complex narrative, Princess Mononoke explores themes of environmentalism, spirituality, and the consequences of human actions.