Spirited.away.a.k.a.sen.to.chihiro.no.kamikakus... Official

Studio Ghibli's craftsmanship is on full display here. From the bustling, multi-layered architecture of the bathhouse to the serene, surreal train ride across the sea, every frame is packed with detail.

: The fluidity of movement, especially Haku’s dragon form, showcases the peak of traditional animation. Spirited.Away.A.K.A.Sen.to.Chihiro.no.kamikakus...

: The journey from a whiny, frightened child to a brave, hardworking girl is mirrored in this name change. Themes of Greed and Consumption Studio Ghibli's craftsmanship is on full display here

The Japanese title translates to "Sen and Chihiro’s Spiriting Away." This is a crucial plot point. When the young protagonist, Chihiro, enters the spirit realm, the witch Yubaba steals her name to bind her to the bathhouse. By removing characters from her name, "Chihiro" becomes "Sen." : The journey from a whiny, frightened child

: Taking a name represents the stripping of one’s past and self.