When was Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind released?
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind was released on the 11th of March 1984. The film was written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki and predates the founding of Studio Ghibli.
Common questions about Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (film)
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the origin of the Toxic Jungle in Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind?
The Toxic Jungle originated from the Seven Days of Fire, an apocalyptic war that destroyed civilization and left behind a poisonous forest. The forest acts as a healing mechanism for a world poisoned by human civilization rather than being the enemy itself.
Why was the US version of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind titled Warriors of the Wind?
The United States released the film under the title Warriors of the Wind as a heavily edited version produced by Manson International. This version cut approximately 22 minutes from the original 117-minute Japanese release and changed character names.
Who leads the Empire of Tolmekia in Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind?
The Empire of Tolmekia is led by the ambitious Princess Kushana. She seeks to use an ancient bioweapon known as the Giant Warrior to burn the Toxic Jungle.
How does Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind influence Studio Ghibli?
The film's success led to the founding of Studio Ghibli and is often considered the spiritual birth of the studio. Hayao Miyazaki adopted a strict no-edits clause for future foreign releases of his films following the controversy over the American edit.