The movie
Classic with experience: Spirited Away
Every month, Cinecitta hosts film specials fully styled in the spirit of the classic. You book a ticket, and we provide a matching snack and drink. September’s classic is the unparalleled Spirited Away.
Length: 125 min
Country: Japan
Language spoken: Japans
Language subtitles: Nederlands
Cast: Rumi Hiiragi, Miyu Irino en Mari Natsuki
Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Release date: 25/09/2025
Description
Every month, Cinecitta hosts film specials fully styled in the spirit of the classic. You book a ticket, and we provide a matching snack and drink. September’s classic is the unparalleled Spirited Away.
Spirited Away by Hayao Miyazaki is not just an animated film; it is a masterpiece that enchantingly blurs the lines between fantasy and reality. The story follows young Chihiro, who accidentally finds herself in a magical world filled with spirits, gods, and mysterious creatures. What begins as a nightmarish adventure gradually transforms into a moving journey of self-discovery.
The combination of visual splendor, musical depth (with a stunning soundtrack by Joe Hisaishi), and a universally relatable emotional story makes Spirited Away timeless. Miyazaki’s work transcends age, culture, and language; Spirited Away is not only a pinnacle of Japanese animation but is also internationally recognized as one of the most important films of the 21st century.
In 2002, Spirited Away won the prestigious Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival, a major international accolade that immediately put the film on the map. The following year, Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpiece was awarded the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, becoming the first non-English-language film to receive this prestigious prize. In addition to these remarkable honors, Spirited Away has received numerous other international awards and is highly ranked in top lists such as the IMDb Top 250 and rankings by Sight & Sound and The Guardian. These accolades underscore the lasting impact and magical power of Miyazaki’s timeless film.
Spirited Away by Hayao Miyazaki is not just an animated film; it is a masterpiece that enchantingly blurs the lines between fantasy and reality. The story follows young Chihiro, who accidentally finds herself in a magical world filled with spirits, gods, and mysterious creatures. What begins as a nightmarish adventure gradually transforms into a moving journey of self-discovery.
The combination of visual splendor, musical depth (with a stunning soundtrack by Joe Hisaishi), and a universally relatable emotional story makes Spirited Away timeless. Miyazaki’s work transcends age, culture, and language; Spirited Away is not only a pinnacle of Japanese animation but is also internationally recognized as one of the most important films of the 21st century.
In 2002, Spirited Away won the prestigious Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival, a major international accolade that immediately put the film on the map. The following year, Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpiece was awarded the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, becoming the first non-English-language film to receive this prestigious prize. In addition to these remarkable honors, Spirited Away has received numerous other international awards and is highly ranked in top lists such as the IMDb Top 250 and rankings by Sight & Sound and The Guardian. These accolades underscore the lasting impact and magical power of Miyazaki’s timeless film.
