The traditions of new verses old and native verses foreign are expressed in the plot: the struggle of human verses nature. The imagery in Princess Mononoke depicts high standards of Japanese craftsmanship - the shadows and landscapes are executed with great detail and with careful attention. Therefore, if I were to introduce Anime to elementary students I would choose a film more age/content appropriate.įor grades 6-12 this film would be more appropriate and illustrates important Japanese artistic traditions and themes/values. The fighting scenes may also be too violent/gory for young children as well. Grades K-5 may not understand or grasp the plot of the film due to its complexity.
With a rating of PG-13 it too advanced for elementary students, K-5, due to the story line and violent content. Introducing Anime and Manga to students as an influential example of Japanese pop culture is important, but I don't believe Princess Mononoke is necessarily an appropriate film for all ages, K-12. I am reviewing this film as an art educator for grades K-12 in an art classroom.
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