Spirited Away [Blu-ray/DVD] [2 Discs] [2001]

This is an excellent addition to any collector’s library - both in terms of how they produced the Steelbook as an item, and the movie itself. If I had to recommend one Studio Ghibli movie to someone, I would recommend Spirited Away. Put simply it is a masterpiece. In a weird way, it’s a classic coming of age story about how one young girl must navigate the challenges of getting older and having to fend for herself. The protagonist gets separated from her parents and embarks on a journey in the spirit world where there is no well defined right or wrong, just different obstacles she must overcome. The art style is captivating, as is the music. The quality of the animation in particular is stunning, it’s so smooth you could cut a butter knife through it. The case itself has a simple, classic image of the “No Face” character, while the interior shows our protagonist, 10 year old Chihiro, kneeling against a backdrop of chaos. Inside the case is a small pamphlet type book with short reflections by the producer and director of the movie, which is a nice bonus. I heartily recommend you get this, especially if you haven’t seen the movie before.

Steelbook came all dented and scratched. Great film.

Great story with awesome background music! Every kid would love it!

I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t like this movie so I’m sure film speaks for itself. All the Miyazaki steel book releases look similar so it makes a really nice matching set if you purchase others too.

Was excited to finally get this for a good price, and especially glad to get the original packaging and not the Disney re-release. This matches with the rest of my collection and the extra book inside is a great addition. Aside from that, the movie itself is one of the better Ghibli movies, I think. The animation is great, the plot is kind of dark, but pretty interesting and it isn't nearly as dry and uneventful as some of the others.

Please keep physical alive! We need a source to get movies in the original aspect ratio, streaming services crop!

love how the steelbook looks very simple design and absolutely love this movie.

Classic movie! I love the movies from Studio Ghibli.