Welcome back to the pod! The Homies are reviewing the Studio Ghibli masterpiece The Tale of Princess Kaguya. Based on the classic Japanese folktale The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter.

We dive into the film’s stunning hand-drawn animation, emotional storytelling, Japanese folklore, themes of identity and freedom, and the unique artistic vision of director Isao Takahata and soundtrack genius Joe Hisaishi.

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