'Princess Mononoke' 4K Remastering Confirmed for Release in Korea on September 17

The animation 〈Princess Mononoke〉, regarded as the essence of the master director Hayao Miyazaki, is confirmed for release in Korea on September 17 in 4K remastering, and the first poster has been unveiled. As the second work in the trilogy of Studio Ghibli's exhibition that opened with 〈Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind〉, 〈Princess Mononoke〉 will meet audiences on September 17. Known as one of the greatest works in animation history, the legendary masterpiece 〈Princess Mononoke〉 tells the fateful epic of 'Ashitaka', cursed by the god of disaster, who meets the forest spirit 'San' and fights for the coexistence of humans and nature. Fans are excited about the news that they can experience the legendary masterpiece 〈Princess Mononoke〉 with its profound message about the coexistence of nature and humanity through the large screen in 4K remastering.

The film 〈Princess Mononoke〉 is an epic presented by Studio Ghibli and perfectly represents Hayao Miyazaki's worldview, having been regarded as a masterpiece since its release in Korea in 2003. With a conceptualization period of 16 years, a production period of 3 years, and a production budget of 20 billion won, the meticulous direction of characters and the vast story convey timeless artistry and messages, making it a work that Hayao Miyazaki devoted tremendous effort to both inside and outside the film.

The film 〈Princess Mononoke〉 was screened in theaters for a record-breaking duration of 1 year during its release in Japan, attracting 14 million viewers and leaving an unprecedented record in Japanese film history. Furthermore, the news of the Korean release of 〈Princess Mononoke〉, where audiences can witness the grand scale of nature and the dynamic fate surrounding the coexistence of gods and humans, nature and civilization, along with the delicate and magnificent music of the master Joe Hisaishi, is expected to guide audiences once again into a world of profound emotion.