Screenings take place at Sudbury Indie Cinema- 162 Mackenzie St. Laneway/side entrance. Free parking and bike racks!
STUDIO GHIBLI NORTH is a annual celebration of the timeless and classic films of the renowned Japanese Film Studio, Studio Ghibli. Featuring nine films over the course of three days alongside as many food vendors with on-theme foods, crafters and more that we can fit in our small but mighty space, STUDIO GHIBLI NORTH is the full Studio Ghibli experience!
Weekend Passes only $60, Day Passes $35 and single tickets $12 available NOW.
by Hayao Miyazaki
2001 | Japan | Fantasy, Adventure| PG [brief frightening scenes] 125min
Academy Award Winner for Best Animated Feature
Friday September 11th 6:30pm
Chihiro’s family is moving to a new house, but when they stop on the way to explore an abandoned village, her parents undergo a mysterious transformation and Chihiro is whisked into a world of fantastic spirits ruled over by the sorceress Yubaba. Put to work in a magical bathhouse for spirits and demons, Chihiro must use all her wits to survive in this strange new place, find a way to free her parents and return to the normal world. Overflowing with imaginative creatures and thrilling storytelling, Spirited Away became a worldwide smash hit, and is one of the most critically-acclaimed films of all time.
by Hayao Miyazaki
2008 | Japan | Fantasy | G | 103 min.
Saturday September 12th 11:30am
When Sosuke, a young boy who lives on a clifftop overlooking the sea, rescues a stranded goldfish named Ponyo, he discovers more than he bargained for. Ponyo is a curious, energetic young creature who yearns to be human, but even as she causes chaos around the house, her father, a sorcerer, schemes to return Ponyo to the sea. Loosely based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale The Little Mermaid, Miyazaki’s breathtaking, imaginative world is brought to life with an all-star cast, featuring the voices of Cate Blanchett, Noah Cyrus, Matt Damon, Tina Fey, Frankie Jonas, Cloris Leachman, Liam Neeson, Lily Tomlin, and Betty White.
by Gorō Miyazaki
2006 | Japan | Fantasy | PG-13 [some violent images] | 115 min.
Saturday September 12th 1:35pm
As crops dwindle and dragons reappear, mankind stands on the verge of total chaos. Lord Archmage Sparrowhawk, a powerful wizard, and Arren, a troubled young prince, search for the force behind this mysterious imbalance that threatens to destroy the land of Earthsea, in a tale of redemption and self-discovery that will take your breath away. Featuring the voices of Timothy Dalton, Willem Dafoe, Cheech Marin, and Mariska Hargitay.
by Hayao Miyazaki
1984 | Japan | Adventure | PG [Some intense battle scenes] | 117 min.
Saturday September 12th 3:50pm
A thousand years after the Seven Days of Fire destroyed civilization, warring human factions survive in a world devastated by atmospheric poisons and swarming with gigantic insects. The peaceful Valley of the Wind is nestled on the edge of the Toxic Forest and led by the courageous Princess Nausicaä, whose love of all living things leads her into terrible danger, as she fights to restore balance between humans and nature. Featuring the voices of Alison Lohman, Uma Thurman, Patrick Stewart, Edward James Olmos and Shia LaBeouf.
by Hayao Miyazaki
2004 | Japan | Adventure | PG [Frightening images and brief mild language] | 119 min.
Academy Award Nominee for Best Animated Feature
Saturday September 12th 7:00pm
Sophie, a quiet girl working in a hat shop, finds her life thrown into turmoil when she is literally swept off her feet by a handsome but mysterious wizard named Howl. The vain and vengeful Witch of the Waste, jealous of their friendship, puts a curse on Sophie and turns her into a 90-year-old woman. On a quest to break the spell, Sophie climbs aboard Howl’s magnificent moving castle and into a new life of wonder and adventure. But as the true power of Howl’s wizardry is revealed, Sophie finds herself fighting to protect them both from a dangerous war of sorcery that threatens their world. Featuring the voice talents of Lauren Bacall, Christian Bale, Billy Crystal, Blythe Danner, Emily Mortimer, and Jean Simmons.
by Hayao Miyazaki
1988 | Japan | Adventure | G |86 min.
Sunday September 13th 11:30am
When Satsuki and her sister Mei move with their father to a new home in the countryside, they find country life is not as simple as it seems. They soon discover that the house and nearby woods are full of strange and delightful creatures, including a gigantic but gentle forest spirit called Totoro, who can only be seen by children. Totoro and his friends introduce the girls to a series of adventures, including a ride aboard the extraordinary Cat Bus, in this all-ages animated masterpiece.
by Hayao Miyazaki
1989 | Japan | Adventure | G | 103 min.
Sunday September 13th 1:20pm
It is a tradition for all young witches to leave their families on the night of a full moon and fly off into the wide world to learn their craft. When that night comes for Kiki, she embarks on her new journey with her sarcastic black cat, Jiji, landing the next morning in a seaside village, where her unique skills make her an instant sensation. Don’t miss this delightfully imaginative and timeless story of a young girl finding her way in the world, featuring the voices of Kirsten Dunst, Janeane Garofalo, Phil Hartman, and Debbie Reynolds.
by Hayao Miyazaki
1986 | Japan | Fantasy | PG [Adventure violence] | 124 min.
Sunday September 13th 3:25pm
This high-flying adventure begins when Pazu, an engineer’s apprentice, spies a young girl, Sheeta, floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Both Sheeta and Pazu are searching for the legendary floating castle, Laputa, and they vow to travel there together to unravel the mystery of the luminous crystal. But their quest won’t be easy, as soon they are being pursued by greedy air pirates, the military, and secret government agents, who all seek the power Sheeta alone can control.
The English-dubbed cast includes the vocal talents of Anna Paquin, James Van Der Beek, Cloris Leachman, Mark Hamill, Mandy Patinkin, and more!
by Hayao Miyazaki
1997 | Japan | Adventure | PG | 133 min.
Sunday September 13th 6:00pm
Inflicted with a deadly curse, the young warrior Ashitaka heads west in search of a cure. There, he stumbles into a bitter conflict between Lady Eboshi, the proud people of Iron Town, and the enigmatic Princess Mononoke, a young girl raised by wolves, who will stop at nothing to prevent the humans from destroying her home and the forest spirits and animal gods who live there. Featuring the voice talents of Gillian Anderson, Billy Crudup, Claire Danes, Minnie Driver, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Billy Bob Thornton.
Tuesday, April 21
Unfortunately, our run of MILE END KICKS has been postponed to open Thursday, April 30 at 4:15 PM. Other April screenings have been replaced, including:
Thank you for your understanding!!