Hayao Miyazaki’s dazzling 1997 animated film Princess Mononoke, is a stirring, unforgettable tale that explores the troubling relationship between humanity and the natural world. The noble warrior-prince, Ashitaka gets drawn into a struggle to the death between the animals/spirits of the forest and ambitious/greedy humans who know no restraint in their exploitation of the earth. Ashitaka finds himself caught between two fearless and unyielding women, Lady Eboshi, and Princess Mononoke, each determined to kill the other. The characters are not one dimensional and this makes the story all the more compelling. At the heart of this perfectly paced and richly imagined fantasy adventure, is the question of whether humanity is doomed to destroy the very planet it depends on for existence.

Please join us on Thursday, March 31st at 7:30 pm for this film screening at Fiona’s Theatre. This, and all screenings, are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Proof of vaccination is required and COVID-19 protocols will be strictly enforced.