In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, the pacifist princess with mystical powers fends off an evil empire in while trying to discover the way to return health to the land.

We bring on Scott Johnson to talk about one of his favorite films, as well as the deep well of influences on Miyazaki’s ecological fantasy.

Starring (in the 2005 Disney re-dubbing) Alison Lohman, Patrick Stewart, Shia LaBeouf, Uma Thurman, Chris Sarandon, and Edward James Olmos. Written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, adapted from his manga of the same name.

Check out Scott’s anime/manga and gaming convention, https://zenkaikon.com

Listen here: https://sites.libsyn.com/398906/episode-235-nausica-of-the-valley-of-the-wind-19842005-with-scott-johnson