The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
20132h 17mPG · MPAA
Directed by Isao Takahata · Starring Aki Asakura & Takeo Chii
100%Rotten Tomatoes8.0IMDb89Metacritic
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.
AnimationDramaFantasy
— Critical consensus, summarised
Isao Takahata's gorgeous traditional-Japanese-painting-style swansong — critics widely call it one of the most beautiful animated films ever made. Earned an Oscar nomination; among Studio Ghibli's most artistically singular works.
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