This actually made it hard for me to see both in theaters, seeing that I just started a new job, but thankfully Nausicaä was on a Sunday afternoon. In June, Fathom Events almost did a double-bill with this and Castle in the Sky airing on alternating days. Released in 1984, this pinnacle of 80’s anime remains an enduring classic that continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of animation and storytelling. For nearly forty years, Nausicaä has been captivating audiences with its imaginative storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and thought-provoking themes and is an animated film that transcends its genre and medium. Even though Nausicaä was made before Studio Ghibliwas founded, it is often considered a Ghibli work (Much in the same way Castle of Cagliostro is). Nausicaä is directed by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, and aside from the Spirited Away stage play, every film featured this year has been one of his. Ghibli Fest 2023 has reached the half-way mark with the fifth showing of the year, the classic animated masterpiece, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind.
