Howl's Moving Castle + Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind

HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE (2004) | PG

Howl's Moving Castle follows Sophie, a timid young woman who leads a quiet life working at her family's hat shop. One fateful day, Sophie encounters the mysterious and flamboyant wizard Howl, known for his elusive reputation and his fantastical moving castle. Sophie's encounter with Howl takes a twist when an evil witch curses her, turning her into an old woman. Determined to break the curse and find her true self again, Sophie seeks refuge in Howl's moving castle, a magnificent structure powered by a mysterious source, offering her services as a cleaning lady. Along the way, Sophie encounters a colourful cast of characters, including Calcifer, a fire demon bound to the castle, and Markl, Howl's young apprentice. As Sophie gets to know Howl and his companions, she discovers the true nature of the curse, the secrets that lie within the moving castle, and the brewing war that threatens to engulf the entire kingdom. 

15-minute intermission

NAUSICAA OF THE VALLEY OF THE WIND (1984) | PG

Set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity struggles to coexist with a toxic jungle filled with giant insects, the story centres around Princess Nausicaä, the compassionate and nature-loving princess of the Valley of the Wind. The Princess becomes embroiled in a conflict when a neighbouring kingdom seeks to use a powerful ancient weapon to eradicate the jungle and its inhabitants. As war looms and ecological disaster threatens, Nausicaä embarks on a journey to understand the jungle's mysteries and find a path to peace.

Japanese with English subtitles