Spirited Away
Miyu Irino, Rumi Hiiragi, Mari Natsuki
During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits, and where humans are changed into beasts.
Why you'll love it
A coming-of-age story set in a magical world, celebrated for its imaginative storytelling and rich animation.
Princess Mononoke
Yôji Matsuda, Yuriko Ishida, Yûko Tanaka
While seeking to cure himself of a curse, young warrior Ashitaka stumbles into a conflict between the people of Iron Town and Princess Mononoke, a girl raised by wolves, who will stop at nothing to prevent the destruction of her h...
Why you'll love it
A visually stunning film that addresses the conflict between nature and industrialization, featuring strong characters and moral dilemmas.
Perfect Blue
Junko Iwao, Rica Matsumoto, Shinpachi Tsuji
A pop singer gives up her career to become an actress, but she slowly goes insane when she starts being stalked by an obsessed fan and what seems to be a ghost of her past.
Why you'll love it
A psychological thriller that examines the dark side of fame and identity, known for its intense narrative and animation style.
Ghost in the Shell
Atsuko Tanaka, Iemasa Kayumi, Akio Ôtsuka
A cyborg policewoman and her partner hunt a mysterious and powerful hacker called the Puppet Master.
Why you'll love it
A groundbreaking anime that explores themes of consciousness and identity in a cybernetic future.