Spirited Away 2001

Synopsis: In this animated movie written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, Chihiro is moving to a new town and on their way her dad decides to take a short cut and gets lost. Coming upon a dead end they decide to get out the car and make their way to what may be an abandoned theme park. Chihiro's father smells food and locates a food vendor. But Chihiro doesn't want any. The day grew dark and "spirits'' started appearing. When Chirio goes back to her parents they have kept eating and turned into pigs. Scared Chihiro runs away. While waiting by the river from which was just a green field before a boy named Haku finds her. Now with his help she must find her parents and a way back home from this spirit world.

Review: I might be biased but I love Miyazaki movies. He always makes strong female characters they don't need saving. I loved the theme of going to the spirited world. And who better to help than a handsome boy. Chihiro was headstrong and had a good heart which helped her throughout the movie. Every problem she solved on her own or with some little help. This was definitely a coming to age movie suitable for all ages.

This is a classic and a must see. If you like any other movies by Studio CHilbi you'll love this one.

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