Miyazaki’s work doesn’t get any better than this film, in my opinion. I think the artwork is fantastic, and the characters are also very well done. Even the English voice acting stands out as being excellent, as does the animation itself. The musical score is a highlight too. While the plot is solid, it's the overall feeling of enjoyment that really makes this movie special; it’s simply a blast to experience.

A community suffers because of a ferocious wild boar, prompting the young Ashitaka to intervene. It becomes clear that the creature isn't normal, and during their encounter, he contracts a curse which necessitates a quest to seek out the great tree god for healing. His journey takes him to Lady Eboshi, who has created a method for producing guns, granting her power over other nearby groups and aiding in her ambition …

The story unfolds during Japan’s 14th-century Muromachi Period. Young Prince Ashitaka, the last of his line, slays a wild boar that attacks his village. However, the boar, driven mad by rage and hatred, infects him with a curse that will eventually transform him. He sets out to find a cure, seeking Shishigami, a deer-like god. During his journey, he discovers that the anger within him grants him incredible stre…

Miyazaki’s films consistently evoke a sense of connection to nature and all living things. The idea that harm to one being affects everyone remains a central theme; experiencing pain through others is portrayed as an inherent part of existence.

Miyazaki’s finest work is likely this film. It combines elements of traditional Japan with a narrative centered on the clash between modern industry and protecting the natural world.