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Princess Mononoke

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“A story to discover beyond the familiar shortlist. Read the synopsis, give it a chance, and bring your take back to the pool.”

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Synopsis

Ashitaka, a prince of the disappearing Emishi people, is cursed by a demonized boar god and must journey to the west to find a cure. Along the way, he encounters San, a young human woman fighting to protect the forest, and Lady Eboshi, who is trying to destroy it. Ashitaka must find a way to bring balance to this conflict.

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The conversation.

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ronaninwicklow_114 · 14 Oct 2026, 18:08 UTC

Keeping an eye on Princess Mononoke in the pool. Interested to see what people would put alongside it in the six.

conornolan · 15 Oct 2026, 07:08 UTC

Ronan, same question here. A quick note on the pace would help me make up my mind.

caoimhe.burke · 14 Oct 2026, 22:08 UTC

Princess Mononoke is one I am weighing up. The pitches in here are useful. A couple of lines about the tone can tell me more than a score.

cianinwicklow · 15 Oct 2026, 12:08 UTC

Caoimhe, i have added a boost too. Would be interesting to see how it sits beside the other choices.

saoirseinmayo · 15 Oct 2026, 02:08 UTC

For anyone considering Princess Mononoke: Could someone add a spoiler-free note about the opening? That is usually what helps me choose.