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DiCaprio Introduces Scorsese to Studio Ghibli Films

Veteran Director Discovers Anime Classics 'Spirited Away' and 'Princess Mononoke' Through DiCaprio

  • Leonardo DiCaprio introduced Martin Scorsese to Studio Ghibli films, specifically 'Spirited Away' and 'Princess Mononoke'.
  • Scorsese, a veteran director, had seen every movie until the 1980s, but had not seen these classic anime films.
  • DiCaprio's selections of Studio Ghibli films are considered masterpieces and have themes of environmentalism and Western consumerism.
  • DiCaprio has previously expressed his love for Hayao Miyazaki's work and listed 'Princess Mononoke' as one of his favorite films.
  • The revelation of Scorsese's introduction to anime has sparked discussion and interest among fans on social media.
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