Kaze no tani no Naushika

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🟡 45/100
Total warning time: 3m 35s
Sex/Nudity: 🟢 0/100 (0s)
Drug Use: 🟢 0/100 (0s)
Violence: 🟡 60/100 (3m 35s)
  • 🟡 50/100 [00:15:30 - 00:16:00] A giant insect attacks a village, causing destruction.
  • 🔴 70/100 [00:30:45 - 00:31:30] A battle scene with airships and explosions.
  • 🟡 60/100 [01:05:20 - 01:06:10] Characters are attacked by mutant creatures.
  • 🔴 80/100 [01:20:00 - 01:21:30] Intense confrontation with large-scale destruction.
Strong Language: 🟢 10/100 (0s)
  • 🟢 10/100 [00:45:10] Mild language used in a tense moment.
Kaze no tani no Naushika
Year: 1984
Certificate: U
Runtime: 117 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Fantasy
IMDB: 8.1
Meta Score: 86
Votes: 150924
Gross: 495,770
Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Stars: Sumi Shimamoto, Mahito Tsujimura, Hisako Kyôda, Gorô Naya
Overview: Warrior and pacifist Princess Nausicaä desperately struggles to prevent two warring nations from destroying themselves and their dying planet.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'Kaze no tani no Naushika' (Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind)?
A: The movie follows Princess Nausicaä, the young ruler of the Valley of the Wind, as she tries to prevent two warring nations from destroying themselves and the toxic jungle that is home to giant mutant insects. The story explores themes of environmentalism, war, and the balance between humans and nature.
Q: Who directed 'Kaze no tani no Naushika'?
A: The movie was directed by Hayao Miyazaki, who is also the co-founder of Studio Ghibli. It is based on his manga of the same name.
Q: Who are the main voice actors in 'Kaze no tani no Naushika'?
A: The main voice actors include Sumi Shimamoto as Nausicaä, Mahito Tsujimura as Lord Yupa, Hisako Kyôda as Oh-Baba, and Gorô Naya as Mito.
Q: Is 'Kaze no tani no Naushika' considered a Studio Ghibli film?
A: Although 'Kaze no tani no Naushika' was produced before Studio Ghibli was officially founded, it is often considered a de facto Studio Ghibli film because it was created by the same team and shares the studio's distinctive style and themes.
Q: What are the major themes explored in 'Kaze no tani no Naushika'?
A: The movie explores themes such as environmental destruction, the consequences of war, the importance of understanding and coexistence with nature, and the resilience of the human spirit.