Princess Mononoke

"Princess Mononoke" is a 1997 animated film directed by Hayao Miyazaki, set in Japan's Muromachi period. The story follows Ashitaka, a young prince cursed while defending his village from a boar demon. He seeks a cure, leading him to a conflict between industrial humans and the forest gods, particularly a young woman named San, who was raised by wolves. The film explores themes of environmentalism, the clash between nature and technology, and the complexities of coexistence. It highlights the struggle for balance in a world where human development threatens the survival of nature and its spirits.