Princess from the Moon

Princess from the Moon

Princess Kaguya came from outer space!

1987 · 121 min · ★ 6.4 · Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction

Two poor, married farmers have recently lost their only child; after a freak visitation, they pry open an alien cocoon to greet their new daughter.

Directed by Kon Ichikawa · Written by Ryuzo Kikushima

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