Miyazaki Classics Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind

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  • Run time: 117 minutes Subject to change
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Where the wind carries hope and the earth remembers everything

Japan | 1984 | English (Dubbed) | Family/Fantasy | PG

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind is Hayao Miyazaki’s visionary tale of hope and heroism in a world on the brink. A soaring fusion of science fiction and ecological myth, this hand-drawn masterpiece is as breathtaking today as when it first took flight.

Step into the windswept world of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind — Hayao Miyazaki’s breathtaking odyssey of courage, compassion and ecological wonder. In a realm ravaged by war and wilderness, one young princess dares to chart a path of peace.

Presented in stunning hand-drawn animation, this landmark film - made by Miyazaki before the founding of Studio Ghibli - soars with timeless beauty and startling relevance.

Presented by Sydney Opera House

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A true masterpiece, a must-see for all, and Miyazaki’s best work.

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Cast and credits

Hayao Miyazaki
Director

Alison Lohman
voices Nausicaä 

Patrick Stewart
voices Lord Yupa

Uma Thurman
voices Kushana

Shia LaBeouf
voices Asbel

Edward James Olmos
voices Mito

Tress MacNeille
voices Obaba (Wise Woman)

Mark Hamill
voices Mayor of Pejite

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Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

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The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.

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Playhouse

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