Warriors of the Wind

Flee, fly, foe, fun! Here's an adventure for everyone.

1984 • 95 min • Adventure · Animation · Fantasy

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Synopsis

After a global war, the seaside kingdom known as the Valley of the Wind remains one of the last strongholds on Earth untouched by a poisonous jungle and the powerful insects that guard it. Led by the courageous Princess Nausicaä, the people of the Valley engage in an epic struggle to restore the bond between humanity and Earth.

Our family guide

Best from age 8

Movie Knight Score

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In a post-apocalyptic world, Princess Nausicaä navigates a toxic jungle filled with giant insects to protect her people and find peace between humanity and nature. This animated adventure explores environmental themes and the courage of a young leader.

Violence & peril: 4/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 5/10

Heads up

Some intense action sequences and peril
Giant insects and a toxic environment can be unsettling
Themes of ecological disaster and human conflict

What it models well

Environmental protection
Courage and leadership
Empathy and understanding
Finding common ground

Talk about it after

The consequences of war and environmental destruction
How different groups can learn to coexist
The importance of courage when facing big challenges

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Top billed cast

Director: Hayao Miyazaki • Crew: Hayao Miyazaki

Trailers & clips

Official English Trailer

Ghibli Fest 2023 Trailer

Studio Ghibli Fest 2023 Spot

Making of Movie

Behind the Mic

35th Anniversary - Studio Ghibli Fest 2019 Trailer

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind

Official Trailer [Subtitled]

Reviewer notes

Not recommended
Non stop violence in a post apocalyptic earth, this is so much more anime than Ghibli. It isn't actually a true Ghibli film but is often marketed as such. It's style is very different to that usually associated with Ghibli. If you're expecting 'My Neighbour Totoro', you'll be disappointed. I like Ghibli films but this falls into an anime spiral of - attack the armies that control the power and release the monster ...
Crazypiglady, TMDB Community