Hayao Miyazaki’s historical fantasy epic is his darkest film, but it gets to the heart of his complicated worldview.

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The animation master is working on a samurai manga set during Japan’s Warring States period.

Hayao Miyazaki has created some of the most charming films of the last three decades. He’s earned his retirement.

The director’s early film will arrive here in the States on Blu-ray on March 8, 2011.

I can’t think of a better film with which to introduce a younger generation to the magic and wonder of Hayao Miyazaki.