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Princess Mononoke
a.k.a. Mononoke Hime Director: Hayao Miyazaki Cast: Yoji Matsuda, Yuriko Ishida, Yuko Tanaka, Kaori Kobayashi

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  • DVD Release Date: 12/19/2000
  • Original Release: 1997
  • Rating: Rated PG13
  • Sales Rank: 936

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Featurette; Theatrical trailer; French-language track; 5.1 Surround ; Widescreen [1.85:1] enhanced for 16x9 televisions

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Scene Index

Side #1
0. chapter selection
1. Opening Credits [:13]
2. Prince Ashitaka's Fate [:54]
3. The Arm Of A Demon [:54]
4. A New Friend [:14]
5. The Wolf Gods Attack [:08]
6. First Sight Of Princess Mononoke [:08]
7. The Tree Spirits [6:12]
8. A Magical Place [:46]
9. Returning Home To Iron Town [4:09]
10. The Story Of The Demon Boar [1:44]
11. The Inner Workings Of Iron Town [1:34]
12. San Invades Iron Town [3:01]
13. The Ape Tribe [2:24]
14. The Great Spirit [2:01]
15. The Boars Want A Battle [:31]
16. Fighting For Iron [1:51]
17. A Warning From The Wolf God [3:12]
18. A Trap Is Set [3:00]
19. Iron Town Is Under Attack [1:05]
20. Many Lives Lost [3:29]
21. Becoming A Demon [3:25]
22. A God, A Demon, And A Spirit [4:27]
23. The Great Spirit's Head [7:41]
24. Rejuvenating The Forest [2:11]
25. End Credits [3:48]

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Editorial Reviews

Arguably the magnum opus of artist/director Hayao Miyazaki, Princess Mononoke embodies all the qualities associated with the distinctive style of Japanese animation. Like much of Japanese anime, Princess Mononoke takes place in a dreamlike setting where mysticism and reality collide -- violently. Seeking a cure for the curse that afflicts him, young Ashitaka travels to a magical wilderness and is caught up in the struggle between the spirits of the forest and human miners equipped with powerful weapons. Yet even the perils of war can't keep Ashitaka from falling in love with the beautiful princess San, for whom destiny has grand plans. The English-language version of the film utilizes the vocal talents of actors Billy Crudup, Claire Danes, Billy Bob Thornton, and Minnie Driver. Epic in scope, dynamic in execution, Princess Mononoke is an animated treasure that won't be easily forgotten. Ed Hulse, Barnes & Noble

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One of Miyazaki's Greatestby Sykil

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February 08, 2010: In the running for the title of Miyazaki's greatest film are Spirited Away and the slightly lesser known Princess Mononoke. Though, odds are that if you've heard of one, you've heard of the other. Although Princess Mononoke is less subtle and maybe less nuanced, there's a definite larger emphasis on character development and interplay that make it just as interesting of a film, but for different reasons. There's no reason to choose one over the other; both are necessary watching for anime fans or newcomers. Oh, and the soundtrack is incredible.

Princess Mononoke Cast: Yoji Matsuda, Yuriko Ishida, Yuko Tanaka, Kaori Kobayashi, Masahiko Nishimuby mmc_manhattan_nyc

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September 05, 2009: This movie had great meaning behind, which makes this movie so enjoyable.


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  • Violence:

    The boar god who dies in the opening scene is covered in swirling snakes. When it dies, it decomposes down to its skeleton in seconds. Battle scenes involving samurai bandits include shots of dismemberment and decapitation. The boar gods di... More

    The boar god who dies in the opening scene is covered in swirling snakes. When it dies, it decomposes down to its skeleton in seconds. Battle scenes involving samurai bandits include shots of dismemberment and decapitation. The boar gods die gruesome deaths. Blood is visible when characters are wounded. All presented in the context of a violent era involving warring factions and a life-or-death struggle between man and animal. Close

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What Parents Need to Know

About Princess Mononoke

Parents need to know that this movie may just be the Japanese feature that changes how animation is viewed in this country. Japan's most popular Japanese film in history, it boasts the scope and grandeur of a live action historical epic yet also has the fantastic elements of animation. But because of its violence, parents may want to carefully consider at what age it's appropriate for their children to see the film. It may be too violent for most 6- and 7-year-olds, but many mature 8-year-olds, both boys and girls, will be happy their parents let them see this film. Parents may balk at the violent battles and gruesome elements, but most older kids will be thrilled and engrossed throughout. Teens will love it and urge their friends to see it. Many grown-ups may not be equipped to grasp some of the mystical elements, such as the majestic Forest Spirit.

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Families can talk about the role of violence in the film and in real life.