Princess Mononoke is a triumph

Rating: Null/10 (14 January 2000)

Princess Mononoke changed the way I thought about movies. Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli have created an epic so moving, so full of truth and wonders, that it lingers in the mind like a life-changing experience.
Watching the film, I was utterly absorbed and captivated by the enchanting world Miyazaki presents. I didn't want the film to end, but when it did, I found the ending to be so perfect - not following the traditional Disney school of "happily ever after."
The ending leaves you nodding your head, as if you can't imagine a more truthful fate for these wonderful characters. Miramax did a good job in bringing the film to American audiences. Neil Gaiman's screenplay, coupled with the strong performances of the high-profile voice talent, make for the best English adaptation of anime yet seen. We can only hope future anime gets the same top-notch treatment. Princess Mononoke is an extraordinary film.