Spirited Away (movie)
Genre: fantasy, family
The plot
This 2001 movie tells the story of Chihiro, a young girl who loses sight of her family on a road trip, and ends up wandering into a colourful, magical world.
Why it's good
Writer and director Hayao Miyazaki uses hand-drawn animation, imbuing every scene with a humanity and craftsmanship that is unparalleled. A 2003 Oscar winner, ‘Spirited Away’ deftly weaves themes of youthfulness and self-esteem into a fun, family adventure. Studio Ghibli has made so many amazing anime, so if you enjoy this movie, go watch all of them.