風の谷のナウシカ
"A young girl's love called forth miracles…"
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
風の谷のナウシカ: 何てきれいな胞子… 私を殺すっていうのに。
— Nausicaä
Context:
Nausicaä says this while exploring the Toxic Jungle, observing the falling spores with a sense of wonder rather than terror.
Meaning:
"It's so beautiful... It's hard to believe these spores could kill me." This quote encapsulates Nausicaä's unique perspective. Even when faced with something deadly, she is able to see its beauty and appreciate it as a part of nature. It highlights her scientific curiosity and her ability to look beyond fear.
クシャナ: 谷の者共よ、聞け！ 我が名はクシャナ。トルメキア帝国皇女である。これより、この谷は我が領土となる！
— Kushana
Context:
Kushana declares this to the people of the Valley of the Wind after her forces have invaded and taken control.
Meaning:
"People of the Valley, listen! My name is Kushana, Princess of the Tolmekian Empire. From this day forward, this valley is my domain!" This quote establishes Kushana's authority and her aggressive, expansionist approach. It marks the moment the peaceful existence of the Valley is shattered.
ナウシカ: 私達は井戸の水を飲んで暮らしているわ。湖も川も、人間がみんな汚してしまったから。でも、どうして井戸の水はきれいなのか知ってる？森の木々が浄化してくれてるのよ！
— Nausicaä
Context:
Nausicaä explains this to the people of the Valley, trying to convince them not to fear and destroy the Toxic Jungle.
Meaning:
"Every one of us relies on water from the wells, because mankind has polluted all the lakes and rivers. But do you know why the well water is pure? It's because the trees of the wastelands purify it!" This line explicitly states one of the film's central ecological messages: that nature has the power to heal the damage caused by humanity, and that what appears to be a wasteland is actually a vital part of the planet's ecosystem.