Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind

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Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind

PG

1985

1h 58m

Fantasy

Anime

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Far in the future, after an apocalyptic conflict has devastated much of the world's ecosystem, the few surviving humans live in scattered semi-hospitable environments within what has become a "toxic jungle." Young Nausicaä lives in the arid Valley of the Wind and can communicate with the massive insects that populate the dangerous jungle. Under the guidance of the pensive veteran warrior, Lord Yupa, Nausicaä works to bring peace back to the ravaged planet.

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Michael Sragow

The New Yorker

04/01/2013

When mammoth dandelions puff out spores, the sight is as seductive as it is lethal.

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Tasha Robinson

AV Club

08/10/2009

Nausica is in some ways a grim and serious film, but it mixes a sweet optimism into its horror-filled lessons.

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Carson Timar

ClapperCast

Apr 6

It is insane to go back to this and see how strong Miyazaki already is with scope, size, and purpose. This is such a big story but it is masterfully controlled and focused.

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Diana Tuova

Loud and Clear Reviews

11/12/2024

4.5/5

Beautifully revealing one complex world, Nausicaä is a wondrous, adventure-filled animation with a benevolent core.

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

08/22/2023

4/4

[Miyazaki's] Nature-first, humanity-second approach to environmentalism began here…these ideas were never more pure than in their first assembly, gathered by an idealistic young Japanese animator on the verge of changing the medium with his vision.

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Jordan Brooks

Vague Visages

08/01/2023

An adventure that lives in a place outside of time, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind offers a haggard reflection of humanity’s dark side before proclaiming hopefulness and love the ultimate victor.

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Ash U

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Even after 40 years this movie still holds strong. I find myself always going back to watch this masterpiece over and over time and time again. With beautiful animation and fascinating lore it is impossible to say I can't recommend! I find it interesting that fox squirrels appear in both this and Castle In The Sky, that could mean they take place in the same world because I've seen all of Hayao Miyazaki's movies and I haven't seen the fox squirrels in anything else. The only thing I could ask for from this movie is more info on the 7 days of fire. If your reading this go and watch Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Wind along with Castle In The Sky.

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Noel L

Nov 28

What an adventure. It was almost impossible to hate anyone in this film. And the story grabs you immediately

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Lucas O

@LucasOMovies Jul 29

Rating: 89%. Much love to this movie. It embodies Ghibli with its wonderful animation, although a little dated now, and its unique world. I love dystopias and this was an interesting one. I loved the characters and it reminded me a lot of Princess Mononoke due to its underlying messages about living in harmony with nature. The voice acting was good (English) and I was surprised to later see some of the big names. The plot was entertaining and suspenseful with emotional moments. The sound and music was solid. (The one lalala song a bit odd, but it worked) My only critque is that the ending was a bit abrupt, and I wish we could have had a few more minutes of dialogue at the end to understand the implications of the final scene.

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William C

Jul 20

One of the- Actually the best animated film I have ever watched, passing my other favourites like Neon Genesis Evangelion and Berserk. This is deeply emotional for me and cried at the end where she gave her life. I am amazed by how beautiful this was, and this is my first time giving a review, in my life. Thank you for this. This was the I've watched for long.

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Ethan O.

@EthanLikesMovies Jul 14

Ghibli never ceases to amaze. This movie is beautiful with an impactful message

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Lore O

Jul 8

I think this might be Miyazaki's best movie. Highly underrated.

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Synopsis

Far in the future, after an apocalyptic conflict has devastated much of the world's ecosystem, the few surviving humans live in scattered semi-hospitable environments within what has become a "toxic jungle." Young Nausicaä lives in the arid Valley of the Wind and can communicate with the massive insects that populate the dangerous jungle. Under the guidance of the pensive veteran warrior, Lord Yupa, Nausicaä works to bring peace back to the ravaged planet.

Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Screenwriter: Hayao Miyazaki, Cindy Davis Hewitt, Donald H. Hewitt
Distributor: New World Pictures
Production Co: Studio Ghibli
Rating: PG (Violence)
Genre: Fantasy, Anime
Original Language: Japanese
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 13, 1985, Original
Rerelease Date (Theaters): May 19, 2024
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 16, 2019
Runtime: 1h 58m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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