Spirited Away (2001)

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→ Influenced 6 films ← Inspired by 1 films

A young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits. When her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, she must call upon the courage she never knew she had to free her family.

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Pan's Labyrinth
Pan's Labyrinth (2006)1
 Coco
Coco (2017)2
 Inside Out
Inside Out (2015)3
 Eternals
Eternals (2021)4
 Turning Red
Turning Red (2022)5
 The Boy and the Heron
The Boy and the Heron (2023)6

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  1. Pan's Labyrinth (2006)
    "Directed by Guillermo del Toro, this dark fantasy film shares thematic and visual parallels with "Spirited Away." Both narratives follow young female protagonists who navigate mystical realms filled with enigmatic creatures. Del Toro has acknowledged similarities between the two films, particularly in their exploration of disobedience and choice." Pan%27s Labyrinth Wikipedia
  2. Coco (2017)
    "Pixar's "Coco" drew inspiration from "Spirited Away" in its depiction of a vibrant, otherworldly realm. Production designer Harley Jessup noted that the team admired the spiritual elements in Miyazaki's work and aimed to incorporate a similar feeling into "Coco."" How 'Coco' Was Influenced By 'John Wick', 'Spirited Away,' And Mexican History Hoai-Tran Bui SlashFilm
  3. Inside Out (2015)
    "This Pixar film, directed by Pete Docter, features a young girl adjusting to a new environment, paralleling Chihiro's journey in "Spirited Away." Both films delve into the emotional challenges of growing up and the complexities of human emotions." How Spirited Away Changed Animation Forever Kat Moon TIME
  4. Eternals (2021)
    "Marvel's "Eternals" co-writers Ken and Ryan Firpo cited "Spirited Away" as an influence, particularly in exploring themes of morality and humanity. They aimed to capture the depth and complexity found in Miyazaki's storytelling." Spirited Away Wikipedia
  5. Turning Red (2022)
    "Director Domee Shi named "Spirited Away" as one of her favorite animated films and acknowledged its influence on "Turning Red." The film explores themes of adolescence and transformation, resonating with the coming-of-age elements present in Miyazaki's work." Spirited Away Wikipedia
  6. The Boy and the Heron (2023)
    "Hayao Miyazaki's own work, "Spirited Away," shares thematic and visual parallels with "The Boy and the Heron," including the journey of a young protagonist into a mystical world and encounters with fantastical creatures." Studio Ghibli’s “The Boy and The Heron”: Masterpiece in Art and Storytelling | Mirror News Mirrornews