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Studio Ghibli Distributor Champions 'Princess Mononoke' Box Office at 'A Time When Technology Tries to Replicate Humanity'


Published on 2025-03-28 16:02:30 - Yahoo
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  • Gkids, the North American distributor for Studio Ghibli films, is using a statement about the box office for a "Princess Mononoke" re-release to perhaps make an oblique commentary on the recent release of an AI tool that replicates the style of the iconic animation studio.

The article from Yahoo Entertainment discusses how GKIDS, the North American distributor for Studio Ghibli, is actively promoting "Princess Mononoke" in anticipation of its 25th anniversary. GKIDS has released a new trailer for the film, which was originally released in 1997, to reintroduce it to both new audiences and fans. The distributor highlights the film's themes of environmentalism, the clash between industrialization and nature, and its complex characters, which are seen as particularly relevant today. The article also mentions that "Princess Mononoke" will be re-released in theaters, emphasizing its status as a cinematic masterpiece by Hayao Miyazaki, known for its stunning animation, epic storytelling, and profound messages about humanity's relationship with the natural world.

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