About This Event
Join Us for a Magical Evening!
A new study found that Studio Ghibli Movies are good for mental health
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli as we host a special mental health movie night at The Fellowship. Discover how these captivating films can uplift your spirits and promote well-being!
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to relax, unwind, and enjoy the magic of Ghibli!
Featuring
My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
The gentle, whimsical film that introduced the iconic Totoro character. • A slice-of-life fantasy about two sisters coping with their mother’s ill... The gentle, whimsical film that introduced the iconic Totoro character. • A slice-of-life fantasy about two sisters coping with their mother’s illness. • Represents innocence, nature, and wonder; widely beloved across generations.
Princess Mononoke (1997)
Epic fantasy that deals with the clash between humans and nature. • Darker in tone, with breathtaking action sequences and mature themes. • Consi... Epic fantasy that deals with the clash between humans and nature. • Darker in tone, with breathtaking action sequences and mature themes. • Considered Miyazaki’s environmental and moral epic.
Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)
A magical, romantic adventure based on Diana Wynne Jones’s novel. • Famous for its stunning moving castle animation and the relationship between S... A magical, romantic adventure based on Diana Wynne Jones’s novel. • Famous for its stunning moving castle animation and the relationship between Sophie and Howl. • Explores themes of war, aging, love, and transformation.
Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Directed by Isao Takahata. • A heart-wrenching story of two siblings struggling to survive in WWII Japan. • Considered one of the most powerful a... Directed by Isao Takahata. • A heart-wrenching story of two siblings struggling to survive in WWII Japan. • Considered one of the most powerful anti-war films ever made.
Science Backed Mental Health Movie night
A 2025 study published in JMIR Serious Games found that watching Studio Ghibli films can indeed improve mental health, leading to greater feelings ... A 2025 study published in JMIR Serious Games found that watching Studio Ghibli films can indeed improve mental health, leading to greater feelings of happiness, calm, and purpose. The research, which involved 518 postgraduate students, indicated that Ghibli films, known for their hopeful themes and beautiful nature, can help young people navigate stress and sadness.
Spirited Away
Academy Award–winning masterpiece by Hayao Miyazaki. • A surreal coming-of-age story of Chihiro navigating a spirit world bathhouse. • Known for... Academy Award–winning masterpiece by Hayao Miyazaki. • A surreal coming-of-age story of Chihiro navigating a spirit world bathhouse. • Known for its imaginative world-building and themes of courage, identity, and resilience.
The Boy And The Heron (2023)
It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature (2024) and was praised by critics worldwide as a late-career masterpiece. • Many critics are alr... It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature (2024) and was praised by critics worldwide as a late-career masterpiece. • Many critics are already slotting it into the top 5 Ghibli films, sometimes even calling it Miyazaki’s best since Spirited Away.
