A grim, but well-done adventure

Rating: Null/10 (19 June 2004)

I saw Spirited Away before I saw Mononoke-Hime, but I was drawn to this one more. Why? The film snags you in and keeps you hooked until the end, and when it's over you can't help but sit back and go 'Wow'. I never thought anime could be so powerful until I saw this movie, which is probably the closest any animated movie has come to bringing tears to my eyes.
The message is obvious throughout the movie, but it is not a simple one. This film deals with the problems of pollution, and how it both helps and hinders us, not to mention the rest of the world. The movie shows that we are as much a part of this world as a tree in our yard, and that what we do could have later consequences.
If you're looking for a very well done anime film, or just something with a little action, check out Mononoke-Hime. It's a great movie that will leave you thinking for a few days.
The only thing I would have to say is that it's not a film for very little kids. This is in absolutely no way a feel-good movie. It's got violence and language, so be prepared. The film took itself a lot more seriously then I thought it would, and I actually felt it was aimed at an older audience then Spirited Away was.
Overall, it has a solid feel, and makes you forget it's animated. 8.5/10