The Tale of the Princess Kaguya - Isao Takahata

The Tale of Princess Kaguya is the culmination of decades of creative reflection by its director, Isao Takahata, co-founder of Studio Ghibli, resulting in a work of breathtaking beauty. Discovered inside a glowing bamboo stalk, a tiny girl grows into a young woman of extraordinary beauty, raised by an elderly bamboo cutter and his wife. From the countryside to the imperial capital, she captivates everyone she encounters - even without revealing herself - including five noble suitors. Ultimately, she must confront her destiny, a punishment for a transgression committed long ago.