Superstitions aside, some fans of horror cinema may opt to get into the mood with a few films to celebrate Hungry Ghost Festival.
Spirited Away (2001)
千と千尋の神隠し
Hayao Miyazaki‘s cautionary tale can be interpreted as an Orphic tale. Instead of following this tragic Greek tale in all its beats, it’s more about a journey of discovery–of trying to understand the inner self and realizing change is required. Sen must learn how to adapt. Not all the spirits she encounters are willing to help.
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Spirited Away (2001)