If I could be trapped in a film for a day, it would most definitely be Princess Mononoke. I grew up watching Studio Ghibli films avidly. Princess Mononoke was always an inspiration to me and has helped me become the person I am today. Princess Mononoke is a human raised by a wolf goddess and fights to protect the forest spirit. She is known for her courage and advocacy for nature and is a fierce fighter. When I first saw this film, I felt content and hopeful. However, having watched this film as an adult and acutely aware of our critical climate situation, I found myself feeling much more defeated. Thankfully, though, the film’s powerful environmental message and its characters’ relentless pursuit of change inspired me to keep fighting for a more eco-friendly world.
